Kathy Karamlou, MD
NPI 1740209303 · Rheumatology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathy Karamlou, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1740209303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740209303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A72397 (CA)
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
19 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
3,486 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 | 1,444 | $138 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 914 | $17 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 419 | $82 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 402 | $147 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Joint Or Other Extremity Structure Except Blood Vessels76882 | 174 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 227 | 56 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 169 | 44 |
| Allopurinol | 91 | 21 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 85 | 24 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 72 | 20 |
| Methylprednisolone | 66 | 42 |
| Sulfasalazinebrand: Sulfasalazine Dr | 60 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,484 across 94 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
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2021-03-23
- Certified
- 2021-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathy Karamlou's NPI number?
- Kathy Karamlou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740209303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathy Karamlou's specialty?
- Kathy Karamlou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathy Karamlou located?
- Kathy Karamlou's practice location on file with NPPES is 361 Hospital Rd Ste 428, Newport Beach, CA 92663-3525.
- What is Kathy Karamlou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathy Karamlou is (949) 631-6500.
- Does Kathy Karamlou accept Medicare?
- Kathy Karamlou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathy Karamlou's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathy Karamlou's NPI (1740209303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.