Jacob Karr, MD
NPI 1790919173 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jacob Karr, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1790919173).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790919173
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.204706 (LA)
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
17 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
1,724 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 381 | $31 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 186 | $61 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 166 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 111 | $84 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 105 | $75 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,041 | 281 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 233 | 227 |
| Famotidine | 206 | 53 |
| Omeprazole | 103 | 31 |
| Sucralfate | 84 | 24 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 78 | 73 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 77 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$832 across 56 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
- 2009-05-13
- Last updated
- 2017-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jacob Karr's NPI number?
- Jacob Karr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790919173, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jacob Karr's specialty?
- Jacob Karr is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jacob Karr located?
- Jacob Karr's practice location on file with NPPES is 1211 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503-2636.
- What is Jacob Karr's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jacob Karr is (337) 232-6697.
- Does Jacob Karr accept Medicare?
- Jacob Karr is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jacob Karr's NPI active?
- Yes — Jacob Karr's NPI (1790919173) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.