Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Saint Paul, MN
- NPI 1578522991
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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435 Phalen Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 551305302
(651) 254-8680
fax (651) 254-8656 - Mailing address
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8170 33Rd Ave S, MS 21110Q
Bloomington, MN 554254516
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 30, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #41781
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578522991. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
385
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$52,052
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 86 | 86 | $8 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 55 | 55 | $253 | |
43274 |
Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 48 | 32 | $342 | |
74328 |
Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope | 42 | 34 | $23 | |
43264 |
Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope | 29 | 24 | $50 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 26 | 26 | $82 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 21 | 21 | $104 | |
43276 |
Replacement of stent in pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 13 | $436 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 15 | 15 | $174 | |
45381 |
Injection beneath lining of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 13 | 13 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in this city , average services per provider: 172. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
995
Patients
750
Total drug cost
$44,538
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 293 | 292 | $6,382 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 290 | 283 | $573 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 154 | 71 | $2,875 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 71 | 30 | $1,752 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 33 | 0 | $2,917 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $696 |
| Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 31 | 30 | $745 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 23 | 0 | $3,225 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $910 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 19 | 13 | $800 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim's medical specialty?
Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim practices Gastroenterology Physician in Saint Paul, MN.
Where does Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim practice?
Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim practices at 435 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 551305302. Office phone: 6512548680.
What is Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim's NPI?
Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578522991, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ahmad Abdulkarim commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43274). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.