Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Huston, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · New Bedford, MA
- NPI 1588024392
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
101 Page St
New Bedford, MA 027403464
(508) 973-5183
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #273790
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588024392. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
830
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$138,545
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 561 | 539 | $176 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 161 | 161 | $121 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 76 | 73 | $214 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 32 | $130 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in New Bedford Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 167. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
133
Patients
131
Total drug cost
$1,284
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil | Generic | 18 | 18 | $687 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 18 | 17 | $42 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 17 | 17 | $72 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $109 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 14 | $72 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $40 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $29 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 12 | 12 | $124 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 12 | 12 | $110 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Huston's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Huston practices Emergency Medicine Physician in New Bedford, MA.
Where does Dr. Kara Huston practice?
Dr. Kara Huston practices at 101 Page St, New Bedford, MA 027403464. Office phone: 5089735183.
What is Dr. Kara Huston's NPI?
Dr. Kara Huston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588024392, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Huston accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Huston accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Huston commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.