Karen Tart, M.D.
NPI 1972915676 · Urology Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Tart, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1972915676).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972915676
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,239 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 500 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 455 | $126 |
| 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 | 338 | $16 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 278 | $11 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 162 | $164 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 469 | 337 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 426 | 179 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 345 | 107 |
| Estradiol | 319 | 186 |
| Finasteride | 210 | 93 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 146 | 43 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 108 | 80 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,068 across 20 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)
- 4301 W Markham St Slot 547Little Rock, AR 72205-7101Phone: (501) 686-6324
- 4301 W Markham St Slot 547Little Rock, AR 72205-7101Phone: (501) 686-6324
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-29
- Last updated
- 2024-09-20
- Certified
- 2024-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Tart's NPI number?
- Karen Tart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972915676, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Tart's specialty?
- Karen Tart is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Tart located?
- Karen Tart's practice location on file with NPPES is 17520 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 350, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
- What is Karen Tart's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Tart is (281) 725-5970.
- Does Karen Tart accept Medicare?
- Karen Tart is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Tart's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Tart's NPI (1972915676) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.