Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Karter, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Needham, MA
- NPI 1861875031
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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1410 Highland Ave Ste 204
Needham, MA 024922617
(781) 444-4044
fax (781) 444-5044 - Additional location
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20 East St Ste 6
Hanover, MA 023391638
(781) 826-1150 - Additional location
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95 Chapel St Ste 3C
Norwood, MA 020623161
(781) 762-5155
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 26, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #2471
- Medicaid
- MA #110138560A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861875031. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,205
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$297,576
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 1,239 | 392 | $48 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,141 | 438 | $98 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 489 | 142 | $93 | |
G0127 |
Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | 352 | 111 | $23 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 321 | 101 | $36 | |
11055 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth | 255 | 87 | $82 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 247 | 247 | $120 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 77 | 17 | $1 | |
11057 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, more than 4 growths | 47 | 11 | $99 | |
11730 |
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | 21 | 20 | $130 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Needham Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 372. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
181
Patients
106
Total drug cost
$2,668
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 27 | 24 | $145 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 26 | 12 | $666 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 25 | 12 | $344 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 25 | 16 | $731 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 20 | 15 | $201 |
| Econazole Nitrate | Generic | 19 | 13 | $277 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 16 | 14 | $108 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $62 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $135 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Karter's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Karter practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Needham, MA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Karter practice?
Dr. Christopher Karter practices at 1410 Highland Ave Ste 204, Needham, MA 024922617. Office phone: 7814444044.
What is Dr. Christopher Karter's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Karter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861875031, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Karter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Karter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Karter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.