Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Karlin, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Metairie, LA
- NPI 1457347908
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
4224 Houma Blvd, Suite 425
Metairie, LA 700062933
(504) 454-1100
fax (504) 456-5125 - Additional location
-
433 Plaza St Ste 3A
Bogalusa, LA 704273729
(985) 730-7030
fax (985) 730-7032
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 5, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #015691
- Medicaid
- LA #1316997
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457347908. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$974
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 12 | 12 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Metairie Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 43. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
27
Patients
19
Total drug cost
$63
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 27 | 19 | $63 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Karlin's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Karlin practices Surgery Physician in Metairie, LA.
Where does Dr. Richard Karlin practice?
Dr. Richard Karlin practices at 4224 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 700062933. Office phone: 5044541100.
What is Dr. Richard Karlin's NPI?
Dr. Richard Karlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457347908, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Karlin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Karlin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Karlin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.