Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Altman, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · West Hollywood, CA
- NPI 1518912211
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.0 / 100 · 2023
- 42 yrs in practice
- Female
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8733 Beverly Bl, 404
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 659-8451
fax (310) 659-6620
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 17, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G56064
- Medicaid
- CA #00G560640
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518912211. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,561
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$345,050
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 1,307 | 251 | $125 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 288 | 147 | $194 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 218 | 104 | $83 | |
95819 |
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep | 201 | 194 | $60 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 190 | 188 | $182 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 145 | 145 | $237 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 81 | 55 | $98 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 60 | 48 | $137 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 50 | 28 | $110 | |
95911 |
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies | 21 | 19 | $236 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in West Hollywood Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 153. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$583
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $128.57 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $117.75 | |
| Eisai INC. | 3 | $81.45 | |
| Sk Life Science, INC. | 2 | $62.88 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $37.13 | |
| Argenx US, INC. | 1 | $35.78 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 1 | $31.41 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $30.80 | |
| Neurelis, INC. | 1 | $30.27 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $27.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
550
Patients
89
Total drug cost
$26,907
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galantamine Hbr | Generic | 90 | 24 | $7,758 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 60 | 16 | $2,498 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 55 | 19 | $1,006 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 55 | 15 | $3,857 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 37 | 0 | $970 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 15 | $304 |
| Primidone | Generic | 29 | 0 | $1,506 |
| Galantamine ER (Galantamine Hbr) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $2,340 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 27 | 0 | $255 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 27 | 0 | $338 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Altman's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Altman practices Neurology Physician in West Hollywood, CA.
Where does Dr. Karen Altman practice?
Dr. Karen Altman practices at 8733 Beverly Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90048. Office phone: 3106598451.
What is Dr. Karen Altman's NPI?
Dr. Karen Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518912211, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Altman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Altman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Altman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.