Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Karam, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1174866917
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.1 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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835 S Wolcott Ave, Room E-270
Chicago, IL 606123748
(312) 996-9858
fax (312) 996-9025 - Mailing address
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835 S Wolcott Ave Rm E-270
Chicago, IL 606123748
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 15, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036150734
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174866917. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
200
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$15,714
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 79 | 58 | $69 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 59 | 37 | $62 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 24 | 24 | $89 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 24 | 22 | $103 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $142 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 32 peers in Chicago Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 90. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,653
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 7 | $1,813.77 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 8 | $326.20 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 4 | $311.69 | |
| Innovation Technologies INC | 1 | $111.24 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $76.61 | |
| Globus Medical, INC. | 1 | $13.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
74
Patients
55
Total drug cost
$310
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 37 | 26 | $170 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 21 | 16 | $60 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 16 | 13 | $81 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Karam practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Joseph Karam practice?
Dr. Joseph Karam practices at 835 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 606123748. Office phone: 3129969858.
What is Dr. Joseph Karam's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174866917, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Karam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.