Kara Zahn, O.D.
NPI 1912427840 · Optometrist · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Zahn, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1912427840).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912427840
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2017020700 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
8 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
616 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 | 165 | $94 |
| 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 | 112 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $65 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 54 | $21 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 53 | $81 |
| Imaging of Retina |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 113 | 34 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 42 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 25 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Cequa | 14 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 14 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 13 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 12 | — |
| Erythromycin Base |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1 Hospital DrColumbia, MO 65201-5276Phone: (573) 882-1506Fax: (573) 884-1858
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-06-21
- Last updated
- 2022-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Zahn's NPI number?
- Kara Zahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912427840, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Zahn's specialty?
- Kara Zahn is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Kara Zahn located?
- Kara Zahn's practice location on file with NPPES is 3215 Wingate Ct, Columbia, MO 65201-7690.
- What is Kara Zahn's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Zahn is (573) 882-8920.
- Does Kara Zahn accept Medicare?
- Kara Zahn is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Zahn's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Zahn's NPI (1912427840) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.