Karen Samples, M.D.
NPI 1972759348 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Samples, M.D. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1972759348).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972759348
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31722 (AL)
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
17 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
683 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 181 | $81 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 103 | $35 |
| Stool Analysis for Blood, By Fecal Hemoglobin Determination By Immunoassay82274 | 66 | $15 |
| Pelvic Exam99459 | 63 | $19 |
| Screening Papanicolaou Smear; Obtaining, Preparing and Conveyance of Cervical Or Vaginal Smear to LaboratoryQ0091 | 54 | $39 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 51 | $3 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 96 | 36 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 33 | — |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 33 | 16 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 20 | 15 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 19 | — |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 14 | 11 |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$408 across 13 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
- 2008-08-17
- Last updated
- 2024-05-09
- Certified
- 2024-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Samples's NPI number?
- Karen Samples's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972759348, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Samples's specialty?
- Karen Samples is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Samples located?
- Karen Samples's practice location on file with NPPES is 3 Old Chimney Rd Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-6144.
- What is Karen Samples's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Samples is (865) 305-8787.
- Does Karen Samples accept Medicare?
- Karen Samples is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Samples's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Samples's NPI (1972759348) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.