Karen Heard Cushing, MD
NPI 1720421217 · Internal Medicine Physician · Portland, ME
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Heard Cushing, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Portland, ME (NPI 1720421217).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720421217
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD23367 (ME)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,627 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 483 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 253 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 230 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 199 | $90 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 173 | $13 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 156 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 103 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 751 | 204 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 382 | 97 |
| Lisinopril | 295 | 89 |
| Losartan Potassium | 293 | 89 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 265 | 87 |
| Omeprazole | 185 | 58 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-15
- Last updated
- 2026-03-03
- Certified
- 2026-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Heard Cushing's NPI number?
- Karen Heard Cushing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720421217, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Heard Cushing's specialty?
- Karen Heard Cushing is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Heard Cushing located?
- Karen Heard Cushing's practice location on file with NPPES is 84 Marginal Way Ste 800, Portland, ME 04101-2475.
- What is Karen Heard Cushing's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Heard Cushing is (207) 774-5816.
- Does Karen Heard Cushing accept Medicare?
- Karen Heard Cushing is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Heard Cushing's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Heard Cushing's NPI (1720421217) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.