Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Peter Karam, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1235218660
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1000 Walters St
Lake Charles, LA 706074647
(337) 480-8066
fax (337) 480-8109 - Mailing address
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Po Box 122108 Dept 2108
Dallas, TX 753120001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 27, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #L09836R
- Medicaid
- LA #1677019
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235218660. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
786
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$79,012
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 328 | 78 | $76 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 201 | 73 | $114 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 140 | 135 | $166 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 85 | 16 | $48 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 20 | 18 | $125 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 12 | 12 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in Lake Charles Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
57
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$462
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 17 | 11 | $200 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $90 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $119 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 12 | 0 | $54 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Peter Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Peter Karam practices Internal Medicine Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Peter Karam practice?
Dr. Peter Karam practices at 1000 Walters St, Lake Charles, LA 706074647. Office phone: 3374808066.
What is Dr. Peter Karam's NPI?
Dr. Peter Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235218660, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Peter Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Peter Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Peter Karam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.