Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kevin Karam, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Covington, LA
- NPI 1821018805
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.3 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1202 S Tyler St
Covington, LA 704332330
(985) 898-4438 - Mailing address
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1347 Oscar Rivette RD
Arnaudville, LA 705125418
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 2, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #09264R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821018805. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
802
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$98,186
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 338 | 303 | $175 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 201 | 183 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 186 | 177 | $120 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 60 | 59 | $211 | |
31500 |
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope | 17 | 17 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in this city , average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
518
Patients
508
Total drug cost
$2,881
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 119 | 115 | $275 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 112 | 110 | $700 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 52 | 51 | $92 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 51 | 51 | $179 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 27 | 27 | $122 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 27 | 26 | $175 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $139 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $342 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $124 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 15 | 13 | $315 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kevin Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Kevin Karam practices Internal Medicine Physician in Covington, LA.
Where does Dr. Kevin Karam practice?
Dr. Kevin Karam practices at 1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA 704332330. Office phone: 9858984438.
What is Dr. Kevin Karam's NPI?
Dr. Kevin Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821018805, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kevin Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kevin Karam 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.