Karthik Karanam, MD
NPI 1982837415 · Nephrology Physician · Florence, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karthik Karanam, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Florence, SC (NPI 1982837415).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982837415
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT192193 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,814 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 665 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 307 | $108 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 235 | $325 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 231 | $3 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 169 | $122 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 80 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 277 | 69 |
| Calcitriol | 216 | 48 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 205 | 61 |
| Allopurinol | 156 | 38 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 145 | 40 |
| Carvedilol | 121 | 43 |
| Furosemide | 118 | 39 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 72 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-09-01
- Last updated
- 2015-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karthik Karanam's NPI number?
- Karthik Karanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982837415, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karthik Karanam's specialty?
- Karthik Karanam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karthik Karanam located?
- Karthik Karanam's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 E Cheves St, Florence, SC 29506-2708.
- What is Karthik Karanam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karthik Karanam is (843) 669-6694.
- Does Karthik Karanam accept Medicare?
- Karthik Karanam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karthik Karanam's NPI active?
- Yes — Karthik Karanam's NPI (1982837415) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.