Karl Lautenschlager, M.D.
NPI 1972708931 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Lautenschlager, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1972708931).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972708931
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R1068 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 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
1,196 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 | 230 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 131 | $86 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 127 | $60 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0480 | 123 | $110 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 100 | $4 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 3,335 | 894 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 526 | 137 |
| Pregabalin | 505 | 184 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 345 | 121 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 192 | 58 |
| Gabapentin | 188 | 62 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,430 across 9 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)
- 3551 Roger Brooke DriveSan Antonio Military Medical CenterFort Sam Houston, TX 78234Phone: (210) 916-2888Fax: (210) 916-3050
- 7003 S New Braunfels Ave Ste 106San Antonio, TX 78223-4589Phone: (210) 546-1440Fax: (210) 546-1449
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-19
- Last updated
- 2019-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Lautenschlager's NPI number?
- Karl Lautenschlager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972708931, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Lautenschlager's specialty?
- Karl Lautenschlager is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Lautenschlager located?
- Karl Lautenschlager's practice location on file with NPPES is 5364 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78229.
- What is Karl Lautenschlager's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Lautenschlager is (210) 441-4333.
- Does Karl Lautenschlager accept Medicare?
- Karl Lautenschlager is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Lautenschlager's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Lautenschlager's NPI (1972708931) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.