Joshua Karlin, MD
NPI 1730594953 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Leawood, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Karlin, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Leawood, KS (NPI 1730594953).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730594953
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020017634 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 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
264 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 55 | $47 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 47 | $202 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 44 | $169 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 37 | $37 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 20 | $227 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Lower Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, 1 Segment63047 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 100 | 37 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 57 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 44 | 17 |
| Pregabalin | 42 | 14 |
| Methocarbamol | 31 | 22 |
| Diazepam | 28 | — |
| Gabapentin | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$464 across 7 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
- 2014-06-26
- Last updated
- 2025-11-06
- Certified
- 2025-11-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Karlin's NPI number?
- Joshua Karlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730594953, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Karlin's specialty?
- Joshua Karlin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Karlin located?
- Joshua Karlin's practice location on file with NPPES is 4550 W 109th St Ste 200, Leawood, KS 66211-1354.
- What is Joshua Karlin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Karlin is (913) 721-3387.
- Does Joshua Karlin accept Medicare?
- Joshua Karlin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Karlin's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Karlin's NPI (1730594953) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.