Gary Karakashian, M.D.
NPI 1649227174 · Specialist · West Long Branch, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Karakashian, M.D. is a Specialist provider in West Long Branch, NJ (NPI 1649227174).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649227174
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- MA51823 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,038 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 2,234 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 808 | $89 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 1.1-2.0 Cm11302 | 747 | $113 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips, Or Mouth, 1.1-2.0 Cm11312 | 488 | $128 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips, Or Mouth, More Than 2.0 Cm11313 | 292 | $170 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1.1-2.0 Cm11307 | 276 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | 143 | 32 |
| Finasteride | 129 | 28 |
| Spironolactone | 117 | 25 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 85 | 55 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 77 | 63 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 62 | 34 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 52 | 19 |
| Fluticasone Propionate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$176 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-30
- Last updated
- 2007-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Karakashian's NPI number?
- Gary Karakashian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649227174, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Karakashian's specialty?
- Gary Karakashian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Gary Karakashian located?
- Gary Karakashian's practice location on file with NPPES is 107 Monmouth Rd, West Long Branch, NJ 07764-1000.
- What is Gary Karakashian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Karakashian is (732) 544-9200.
- Does Gary Karakashian accept Medicare?
- Gary Karakashian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Karakashian's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Karakashian's NPI (1649227174) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.