Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Karen Nielsen

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Durham, NC

  • NPI 1902980816
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 31 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2100 Erwin RD
Durham, NC 277100001
(919) 620-4467

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
July 8, 2007
Year of graduation
1995 — 31 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
North Carolina #99-01092

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902980816. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
160
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$20,326
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
00400 Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 46 45 $96
01610 Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, fascia, and bursae of shoulder and underarm 27 27 $196
00300 Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 24 24 $109
01480 Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 15 15 $185
00320 Anesthesia for other procedure on neck area (1 year or older) 13 13 $152
00910 Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 12 12 $72
00918 Anesthesia for fragmenting, manipulation and/or removal of kidney stone including use of an endoscope 12 12 $108
00902 Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 11 11 $99

In context: peer comparison

Among 55 peers in Durham Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Karen Nielsen's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Nielsen practices Anesthesiology Physician in Durham, NC.
Where does Dr. Karen Nielsen practice?
Dr. Karen Nielsen practices at 2100 Erwin RD, Durham, NC 277100001. Office phone: 9196204467.
What is Dr. Karen Nielsen's NPI?
Dr. Karen Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902980816, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Nielsen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Nielsen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Nielsen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body (HCPCS 00400); Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, fascia, and bursae of shoulder and underarm (HCPCS 01610); Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back (HCPCS 00300). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.