Kara Petersen, M.D.
NPI 1851328231 · Rheumatology Physician · Sioux Falls, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Petersen, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Sioux Falls, SD (NPI 1851328231).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851328231
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5804 (SD)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,253 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 | 524 | $93 |
| 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 | 506 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 157 | $136 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 46 | $47 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 20 | $170 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 912 | 201 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 639 | 118 |
| Leflunomide | 319 | 61 |
| Prednisone | 290 | 86 |
| Sulfasalazinebrand: Sulfasalazine Dr | 214 | 38 |
| Gabapentin | 177 | 31 |
| Allopurinol | 116 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$911 across 47 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1301 S. Cliff Ave.Ste. 300Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1032Phone: (605) 322-6625Fax: (605) 322-6626
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-28
- Last updated
- 2019-10-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Petersen's NPI number?
- Kara Petersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851328231, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Petersen's specialty?
- Kara Petersen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Petersen located?
- Kara Petersen's practice location on file with NPPES is 6100 S Louise Ave Ste 1130, Sioux Falls, SD 57108-6021.
- What is Kara Petersen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Petersen is (605) 504-1600.
- Does Kara Petersen accept Medicare?
- Kara Petersen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Petersen's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Petersen's NPI (1851328231) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.