Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Taft, RPA
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Albany, NY
- NPI 1528070596
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 65.4 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
121 Everett RD
Albany, NY 122051474
(518) 489-2663 - Additional location
-
5010 State Highway 30, Suite 205
Amsterdam, NY 120107532
(518) 842-2663
fax (518) 842-4861
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 2, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #011351
- Medicaid
- NY #01558158
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528070596. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,599
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$45,454
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 848 | 76 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 219 | 131 | $74 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 152 | 72 | $65 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 77 | 77 | $92 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 75 | 57 | $102 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 39 | 33 | $17 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 38 | 29 | $14 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 38 | 34 | $13 | |
73565 |
X-ray of both knees while standing | 36 | 36 | $15 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 23 | 21 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in Albany Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$257
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $174.44 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 4 | $67.93 | |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $14.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
637
Patients
271
Total drug cost
$33,909
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 120 | 36 | $1,778 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 108 | 48 | $387 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 86 | 43 | $577 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 46 | 21 | $291 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 36 | 13 | $323 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 34 | 18 | $254 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 33 | 31 | $77 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 31 | 28 | $243 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 24 | 0 | $321 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 23 | 11 | $648 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Taft's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Taft practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. Karen Taft practice?
Dr. Karen Taft practices at 121 Everett RD, Albany, NY 122051474. Office phone: 5184892663.
What is Dr. Karen Taft's NPI?
Dr. Karen Taft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528070596, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Taft accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Taft accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Taft commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.