Karthik Garapati, M.D.
NPI 1659717445 · Gastroenterology Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karthik Garapati, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1659717445).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659717445
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q8060 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
796 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 143 | $88 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 125 | $247 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 113 | $108 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 94 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 81 | $125 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 304 | 103 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 98 | 52 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 89 | 35 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 69 | 19 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 56 | 56 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sul/Nacl/Kcl/Asb/Cbrand: Plenvu | 55 | 54 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,509 across 87 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402Phone: (210) 358-3555Fax: (210) 702-4239
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-20
- Last updated
- 2020-04-20
- Certified
- 2020-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karthik Garapati's NPI number?
- Karthik Garapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659717445, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karthik Garapati's specialty?
- Karthik Garapati is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karthik Garapati located?
- Karthik Garapati's practice location on file with NPPES is 4310 James Casey St Ste 4a, Austin, TX 78745-1120.
- What is Karthik Garapati's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karthik Garapati is (512) 448-4588.
- Does Karthik Garapati accept Medicare?
- Karthik Garapati is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karthik Garapati's NPI active?
- Yes — Karthik Garapati's NPI (1659717445) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.