Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Karol, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Smyrna, GA
- NPI 1528088200
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 97.7 / 100 · 2023
- 46 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3949 S Cobb Dr Se
Smyrna, GA 300806342
(770) 438-5222
fax (770) 434-5123 - Mailing address
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3297 Greencastle Chase Ne
Marietta, GA 300624467
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 18, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #MD.33762 · Georgia #028581
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528088200. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,131
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$124,714
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 446 | 397 | $166 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 344 | 310 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 227 | 193 | $114 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 103 | 100 | $202 | |
31500 |
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $133 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Smyrna Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 226. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
222
Patients
220
Total drug cost
$1,715
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 51 | 51 | $167 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 32 | 31 | $41 |
| Naproxen Sodium | Generic | 31 | 31 | $715 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 27 | 26 | $464 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 25 | 25 | $58 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 17 | 17 | $100 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $79 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 13 | 13 | $18 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 12 | 12 | $72 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Karol's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Karol practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Smyrna, GA.
Where does Dr. Richard Karol practice?
Dr. Richard Karol practices at 3949 S Cobb Dr Se, Smyrna, GA 300806342. Office phone: 7704385222.
What is Dr. Richard Karol's NPI?
Dr. Richard Karol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528088200, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Karol accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Karol accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Karol commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.