Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karl Unkenholz, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Potsdam, NY
- NPI 1215914429
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 4 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
50 Leroy St
Potsdam, NY 136761786
(315) 265-3300
fax (315) 261-6025 - Additional location
-
275 E 200 S
Salt Lake City, UT 841112002
(800) 336-1884
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 7, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- New Mexico #MD2019-0916 · Hawaii #MD14392 · California #C53154 · New York #207725-1
- Medicaid
- NY #01801445
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215914429. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
312
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$43,737
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 131 | 126 | $174 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 110 | 102 | $119 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 49 | 46 | $71 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 22 | 21 | $201 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Potsdam Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
154
Patients
152
Total drug cost
$1,496
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 39 | 39 | $405 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 33 | 33 | $266 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 22 | 22 | $43 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 17 | 17 | $116 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 15 | 13 | $159 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 15 | 15 | $200 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $306 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karl Unkenholz's medical specialty?
Dr. Karl Unkenholz practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Potsdam, NY.
Where does Dr. Karl Unkenholz practice?
Dr. Karl Unkenholz practices at 50 Leroy St, Potsdam, NY 136761786. Office phone: 3152653300.
What is Dr. Karl Unkenholz's NPI?
Dr. Karl Unkenholz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215914429, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karl Unkenholz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karl Unkenholz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karl Unkenholz 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); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.