Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Karen Taugher, O.D.

Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Optometry) · Carmichael, CA

  • NPI 1518975242
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 90.2 / 100 · 2023
  • 22 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
6555 Coyle Ave
Carmichael, CA 956080302
(916) 536-2500
Mailing address
3400 Data Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 956707956

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 13, 2012
Year of graduation
2004 — 22 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #OPT12686

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518975242. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
650
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$62,438
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 202 195 $138
92134 Imaging of retina 86 82 $44
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 84 84 $163
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 84 58 $98
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 80 79 $39
92250 Photography of the retina 64 63 $41
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 50 43 $64

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 7.8× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
380
Patients
78
Total drug cost
$33,835
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 222 52 $5,193
Timolol Maleate Generic 48 15 $1,042
Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) Brand 42 11 $1,977
Dorzolamide Hcl Generic 24 0 $667
Restasis (Cyclosporine) Brand 18 0 $21,459
Travoprost Generic 15 0 $3,394
Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) Brand 11 0 $103

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Karen Taugher's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Taugher practices Ophthalmology Physician in Carmichael, CA.
Where does Dr. Karen Taugher practice?
Dr. Karen Taugher practices at 6555 Coyle Ave, Carmichael, CA 956080302. Office phone: 9165362500.
What is Dr. Karen Taugher's NPI?
Dr. Karen Taugher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518975242, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Taugher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Taugher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Taugher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.