Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gary Karakashian, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Dermatology) · West Long Branch, NJ
- NPI 1649227174
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
107 Monmouth RD, Suite 108
West Long Branch, NJ 077641000
(732) 544-9200
fax (732) 449-3272
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #MA51823
- Medicaid
- NJ #4511701
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649227174. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,061
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$750,924
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 2,181 | 380 | $39 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 901 | 348 | $98 | |
11302 |
Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm | 701 | 201 | $131 | |
11312 |
Shaving of skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm | 465 | 196 | $156 | |
11313 |
Shaving of skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, more than 2.0 cm | 281 | 143 | $199 | |
11303 |
Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, more than 2.0 cm | 238 | 112 | $162 | |
11307 |
Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm | 210 | 111 | $140 | |
10061 |
Complicated or multiple drainage of skin abscess | 110 | 38 | $235 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 110 | 71 | $189 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 110 | 110 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 177. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$176
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 5 | $78.93 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $65.28 | |
| ConvaTec Inc. | 1 | $17.48 | |
| Ortho Dermatologics, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $14.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
836
Patients
334
Total drug cost
$12,037
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | Generic | 138 | 32 | $1,378 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 129 | 29 | $1,148 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 115 | 25 | $1,949 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 97 | 70 | $987 |
| Minocycline Hcl | Generic | 75 | 24 | $1,414 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 73 | 52 | $975 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 52 | 40 | $867 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 44 | 36 | $858 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 24 | 11 | $525 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 18 | 0 | $823 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gary Karakashian's medical specialty?
Dr. Gary Karakashian practices Specialist in West Long Branch, NJ.
Where does Dr. Gary Karakashian practice?
Dr. Gary Karakashian practices at 107 Monmouth RD, West Long Branch, NJ 077641000. Office phone: 7325449200.
What is Dr. Gary Karakashian's NPI?
Dr. Gary Karakashian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649227174, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gary Karakashian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gary Karakashian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gary Karakashian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm (HCPCS 11302). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.