Karthik Mekala, M.D.
NPI 1669739942 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Longview, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karthik Mekala, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Longview, TX (NPI 1669739942).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669739942
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R9814 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,353 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 561 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 361 | $95 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 287 | $66 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 148 | $127 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 120 | $12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 318 | 138 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 294 | 110 |
| Carvedilol | 218 | 87 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 191 | 86 |
| Furosemide | 166 | 72 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 157 | 61 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,039 across 47 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 (2)
- 705 E Marshall Ave Ste 5001Longview, TX 75601-5524Phone: (903) 315-4880
- 700 E Marshall AveLongview, TX 75601Phone: (903) 315-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-11
- Last updated
- 2024-07-23
- Certified
- 2024-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karthik Mekala's NPI number?
- Karthik Mekala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669739942, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karthik Mekala's specialty?
- Karthik Mekala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karthik Mekala located?
- Karthik Mekala's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 E Marshall Ave, Longview, TX 75601.
- What is Karthik Mekala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karthik Mekala is (903) 315-2000.
- Does Karthik Mekala accept Medicare?
- Karthik Mekala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karthik Mekala's NPI active?
- Yes — Karthik Mekala's NPI (1669739942) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.