Brian Karst, NP-C
NPI 1710483490 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Baytown, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Karst, NP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Baytown, TX (NPI 1710483490).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710483490
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- AP136852 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
185 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 37 | $109 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 33 | $144 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 27 | $12 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 20 | $143 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 17 | $104 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 90 | 87 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 38 | 38 |
| Azithromycin | 32 | 32 |
| Ibuprofen | 30 | 30 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 27 | 27 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 22 | 22 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 909 Frostwood Dr Ste 1.4051Houston, TX 77024-2301Phone: (281) 644-7111
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-02
- Last updated
- 2024-03-07
- Certified
- 2024-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Karst's NPI number?
- Brian Karst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710483490, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Karst's specialty?
- Brian Karst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Brian Karst located?
- Brian Karst's practice location on file with NPPES is 7710 Garth Rd Ste a, Baytown, TX 77521-8809.
- What is Brian Karst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Karst is (281) 783-8162.
- Does Brian Karst accept Medicare?
- Brian Karst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Karst's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Karst's NPI (1710483490) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.