Karen Stierman, M.D.
NPI 1972500072 · Otolaryngology Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Stierman, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1972500072).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972500072
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K3016 (TX)
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
20 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
3,007 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 670 | $3 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 589 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 589 | $117 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 204 | $171 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 153 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 144 | $155 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 232 | 95 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 202 | 84 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 144 | 42 |
| Prednisone | 142 | 128 |
| Omeprazole | 111 | 42 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 73 | 64 |
| Mupirocin | 67 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,489 across 46 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
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2014-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Stierman's NPI number?
- Karen Stierman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972500072, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Stierman's specialty?
- Karen Stierman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Stierman located?
- Karen Stierman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2765 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78746-5640.
- What is Karen Stierman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Stierman is (512) 328-7722.
- Does Karen Stierman accept Medicare?
- Karen Stierman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Stierman's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Stierman's NPI (1972500072) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.