Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Chidester, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Columbus, OH
- NPI 1124172606
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1975 Guilford RD
Columbus, OH 432214300
(614) 869-0139
fax (614) 869-0140
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 26, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35-087266
- Medicaid
- OH #2750590
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124172606. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,366
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$55,637
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 182 | 94 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 148 | 73 | $121 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 112 | 79 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 100 | 71 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 96 | 74 | $13 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 71 | 71 | $123 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 62 | 48 | $86 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 58 | 46 | $8 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 50 | 49 | $70 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 50 | 49 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 102 peers in Columbus Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$30
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 2 | $29.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,138
Patients
371
Total drug cost
$24,305
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 162 | 50 | $1,587 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 143 | 41 | $829 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 101 | 31 | $734 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 93 | 25 | $335 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 86 | 23 | $1,042 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 73 | 26 | $528 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 69 | 26 | $758 |
| Shingrix (Varicella-Zoster Ge/As01b/Pf) | Brand | 66 | 43 | $13,422 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 61 | 21 | $1,301 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 59 | 23 | $672 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Chidester's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Chidester practices Family Medicine Physician in Columbus, OH.
Where does Dr. Kara Chidester practice?
Dr. Kara Chidester practices at 1975 Guilford RD, Columbus, OH 432214300. Office phone: 6148690139.
What is Dr. Kara Chidester's NPI?
Dr. Kara Chidester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124172606, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Chidester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Chidester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Chidester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.