Karen Schowalter, D.O.
NPI 1770945065 · Family Medicine Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Schowalter, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1770945065).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770945065
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OP60958257 (WA)
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
10 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
945 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 | 394 | $127 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 95 | $80 |
| Annual, Face-To-Face Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Cardiovascular Disease, Individual, 15 MinutesG0446 | 89 | $25 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 86 | $129 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 73 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 76 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 311 | 96 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 215 | 65 |
| Lisinopril | 190 | 58 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 180 | 52 |
| Losartan Potassium | 164 | 44 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 130 | 39 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1322 3rd St Se Ste 240Puyallup, WA 98372-3771Phone: (253) 697-1420Fax: (253) 697-1439
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-03-24
- Last updated
- 2020-12-09
- Certified
- 2020-12-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Schowalter's NPI number?
- Karen Schowalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770945065, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Schowalter's specialty?
- Karen Schowalter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Schowalter located?
- Karen Schowalter's practice location on file with NPPES is 5741 N 26th St Unit 115, Tacoma, WA 98407-2415.
- What is Karen Schowalter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Schowalter is (253) 756-3737.
- Does Karen Schowalter accept Medicare?
- Karen Schowalter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Schowalter's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Schowalter's NPI (1770945065) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.