Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Ekernas, MD MPH
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Denver, CO
- NPI 1619137510
- Accepts Medicare
- 8 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1375 E 19Th Ave
Denver, CO 802181114
(303) 338-4545 - Mailing address
-
10350 E Dakota Ave
Denver, CO 802471314
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 4, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Colorado #51732 · Colorado #2909
- Medicaid
- CO #59435224
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619137510. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
30
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$4,429
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 16 | 16 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 14 | 13 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 91 peers in this city , average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
126
Patients
85
Total drug cost
$1,704
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 24 | 21 | $317 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $290 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 15 | 14 | $292 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 14 | 14 | $155 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 14 | 12 | $154 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $256 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $108 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $131 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Ekernas's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Ekernas practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Denver, CO.
Where does Dr. Karen Ekernas practice?
Dr. Karen Ekernas practices at 1375 E 19Th Ave, Denver, CO 802181114. Office phone: 3033384545.
What is Dr. Karen Ekernas's NPI?
Dr. Karen Ekernas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619137510, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Ekernas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Ekernas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Ekernas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.