Karl Hurst-Wicker, M.D.
NPI 1962698654 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Chandler, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Hurst-Wicker, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Chandler, AZ (NPI 1962698654).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962698654
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 80862 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,634 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 | 730 | $121 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 157 | $107 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 102 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 85 | $171 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 79 | $195 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | 139 | 73 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 120 | 76 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 86 | 46 |
| Pregabalin | 79 | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 72 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 68 | 32 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$521 across 16 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 (2)
- 4611 E Shea Blvd Ste 190Phoenix, AZ 85028-4259Phone: (602) 633-4334Fax: (888) 815-1389
- 400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951Phone: (218) 786-8364
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-09-17
- Last updated
- 2025-09-30
- Certified
- 2025-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Hurst-Wicker's NPI number?
- Karl Hurst-Wicker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962698654, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Hurst-Wicker's specialty?
- Karl Hurst-Wicker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Hurst-Wicker located?
- Karl Hurst-Wicker's practice location on file with NPPES is 5590 W Chandler Blvd Ste 3, Chandler, AZ 85226-3744.
- What is Karl Hurst-Wicker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Hurst-Wicker is (602) 633-4334.
- Does Karl Hurst-Wicker accept Medicare?
- Karl Hurst-Wicker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Hurst-Wicker's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Hurst-Wicker's NPI (1962698654) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.