Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Malek Karassi, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Endocrinology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1447273586
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.5 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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817 Princeton Ave. Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 787-2669
fax (205) 787-2865 - Mailing address
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Po Box 361627
Hoover, AL 352361627
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 23, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #21830
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447273586. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,158
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,031
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 570 | 255 | $115 | |
95251 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report | 472 | 176 | $32 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 470 | 214 | $9 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 201 | 111 | $163 | |
82947 |
Blood glucose (sugar) level | 176 | 102 | $4 | |
95249 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin | 65 | 54 | $53 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 58 | 58 | $196 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 42 | 36 | $82 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 28 | 28 | $149 | |
95250 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with provider supplied equipment | 25 | 24 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in this city , average services per provider: 119. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,272
Transactions
59
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC | 7 | $187.06 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 10 | $182.97 | |
| Averitas Pharma Inc. | 2 | $135.38 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 7 | $134.76 | |
| Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 8 | $131.28 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 7 | $127.34 | |
| BETA BIONICS, INC. | 4 | $92.75 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 3 | $58.72 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $58.12 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 2 | $45.27 | |
| IBSA Pharma Inc. | 2 | $37.82 | |
| Antares Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $21.45 | |
| Corcept Therapeutics | 1 | $16.32 | |
| Tolmar, Inc. | 1 | $15.40 | |
| Dexcom, Inc. | 1 | $14.53 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,147
Patients
1,844
Total drug cost
$3,870,892
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 881 | 211 | $1,381,495 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 810 | 241 | $16,514 |
| Metformin Hcl Er (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 732 | 231 | $13,843 |
| Humalog Kwikpen U-100 (Insulin Lispro) | Brand | 436 | 169 | $348,408 |
| Glimepiride | Generic | 409 | 137 | $4,477 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 409 | 131 | $5,388 |
| Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) | Brand | 365 | 84 | $548,807 |
| Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle (Pen Needle, Diabetic) | Brand | 343 | 154 | $35,971 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 307 | 70 | $316,049 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 282 | 61 | $393,323 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Malek Karassi's medical specialty?
Dr. Malek Karassi practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Malek Karassi practice?
Dr. Malek Karassi practices at 817 Princeton Ave. Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211. Office phone: 2057872669.
What is Dr. Malek Karassi's NPI?
Dr. Malek Karassi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447273586, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Malek Karassi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Malek Karassi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Malek Karassi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report (HCPCS 95251); Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.