Karim Attia, MD
NPI 1801139217 · Nephrology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karim Attia, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1801139217).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801139217
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.128111 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 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
1,087 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 265 | $75 |
| 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 | 214 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 167 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 143 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 128 | $164 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 418 | 88 |
| Losartan Potassium | 159 | 47 |
| Allopurinol | 115 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 108 | 29 |
| Valsartan | 88 | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 85 | 30 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 61 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20,459 across 27 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
- 2013-04-03
- Last updated
- 2023-01-12
- Certified
- 2023-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karim Attia's NPI number?
- Karim Attia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801139217, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karim Attia's specialty?
- Karim Attia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karim Attia located?
- Karim Attia's practice location on file with NPPES is 929 Jasonway Ave, Columbus, OH 43214-2330.
- What is Karim Attia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karim Attia is (614) 538-2250.
- Does Karim Attia accept Medicare?
- Karim Attia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karim Attia's NPI active?
- Yes — Karim Attia's NPI (1801139217) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.