Karla O'Dell, MD
NPI 1861733602 · Otolaryngology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karla O'Dell, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1861733602).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861733602
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A110746 (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
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
1,225 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam to Assess Movement of Vocal Cord Flaps Using an Endoscope31579 | 190 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 187 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 163 | $96 |
| Exam to Assess Movement of Vocal Cord Flaps Using an Endoscope31579 | 160 | $208 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 84 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 35 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 28 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 20 | — |
| Prednisone | 19 | 16 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 18 | — |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 16 | — |
| Beclomethasone Dipropionatebrand: Qvar Redihaler | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 1 record (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
- 2013-03-04
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-08-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karla O'Dell's NPI number?
- Karla O'Dell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861733602, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karla O'Dell's specialty?
- Karla O'Dell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karla O'Dell located?
- Karla O'Dell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, Los Angeles, CA 90033-5331.
- What is Karla O'Dell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karla O'Dell is (323) 442-5790.
- Does Karla O'Dell accept Medicare?
- Karla O'Dell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karla O'Dell's NPI active?
- Yes — Karla O'Dell's NPI (1861733602) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.