Kara Way, M.D.
NPI 1982047940 · Neurology Physician · Hot Springs National Park, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Way, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Hot Springs National Park, AR (NPI 1982047940).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982047940
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E-10361 (AR)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
865 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 372 | $150 |
| 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 | 95 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $116 |
| Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B-12) Level82607 | 58 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 51 | $16 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 283 | 79 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 262 | 80 |
| Gabapentin | 222 | 86 |
| Primidone | 167 | 57 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 156 | 48 |
| Levetiracetam | 152 | 43 |
| Memantine Hcl | 96 | 36 |
| Zonisamide | 95 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,835 across 133 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 (1)
- 1 Mercy Ln Ste 505Hot Springs, AR 71913-6462Phone: (501) 623-2426Fax: (501) 623-2405
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-09
- Last updated
- 2026-02-26
- Certified
- 2026-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Way's NPI number?
- Kara Way's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982047940, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Way's specialty?
- Kara Way is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Way located?
- Kara Way's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Ridgeway St Ste 2, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901-7155.
- What is Kara Way's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Way is (501) 623-2426.
- Does Kara Way accept Medicare?
- Kara Way is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Way's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Way's NPI (1982047940) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.