Karim Samara, MD
NPI 1700844420 · Ophthalmology Physician · Jacksonville, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karim Samara, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Jacksonville, FL (NPI 1700844420).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700844420
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME91598 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
3,945 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 807 | $125 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 698 | $119 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 533 | $37 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 317 | $39 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 280 | $34 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 253 | $510 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 897 | 237 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 222 | 69 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 218 | 69 |
| Timolol Maleate | 140 | 37 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 139 | 39 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 134 | 88 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 106 | 74 |
| Ofloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$335 across 16 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
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2014-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karim Samara's NPI number?
- Karim Samara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700844420, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karim Samara's specialty?
- Karim Samara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karim Samara located?
- Karim Samara's practice location on file with NPPES is 3316 3rd St S, Jacksonville, FL 32250-6073.
- What is Karim Samara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karim Samara is (904) 241-7865.
- Does Karim Samara accept Medicare?
- Karim Samara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karim Samara's NPI active?
- Yes — Karim Samara's NPI (1700844420) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.