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Dr. Chafic Karam, M.D.
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Portland, OR
- NPI 1326200163
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.5 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3303 Sw Bond Ave Ste 8
Portland, OR 972394501
(503) 494-7772
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 12, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Oregon #MD174819
- Medicaid
- MN #ENROLLED
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326200163. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
545
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$49,001
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 118 | 91 | $47 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 91 | 73 | $101 | |
95937 |
Testing of nerve-muscle junction | 44 | 23 | $36 | |
95885 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, limited study | 42 | 29 | $19 | |
95911 |
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies | 33 | 33 | $134 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 32 | 32 | $139 | |
95912 |
Nerve conduction, 11-12 studies | 27 | 27 | $161 | |
95923 |
Testing of autonomic (sympathetic) nervous system function | 24 | 24 | $46 | |
95924 |
Testing of autonomic (sympathetic and parasympathetic) nervous system function, at least 5 minutes of tilt | 24 | 24 | $90 | |
95913 |
Nerve conduction, 13 or more studies | 22 | 21 | $191 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 38 peers in this city , average services per provider: 266. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$135,495
Transactions
116
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 55 | $51,896.50 | |
| ARGENX US, INC. | 26 | $32,367.95 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 12 | $15,291.79 | |
| AstraZeneca UK Limited | 4 | $9,397.50 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc. | 3 | $5,121.12 | |
| Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 2 | $3,999.94 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $3,245.00 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 4 | $2,998.60 | |
| Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $2,982.53 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $2,500.00 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $2,200.00 | |
| SANOFI US SERVICES INC. | 1 | $1,286.00 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 2 | $1,171.15 | |
| Octapharma USA, Inc. | 1 | $1,000.00 | |
| Genentech, Inc. | 1 | $36.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
183
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$1,117,630
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 53 | 14 | $2,215 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 23 | 0 | $574 |
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $38 |
| Onpattro (Patisiran Sodium,lipid Complex) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $513,606 |
| Famotidine (Famotidine/Pf) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $18 |
| Gammagard Liquid (Immun Glob G(Igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $451,625 |
| Privigen (Immun Glob G(Igg)/Pro/Iga 0-50) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $149,368 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $181 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $5 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chafic Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Chafic Karam practices Neurology Physician in Portland, OR.
Where does Dr. Chafic Karam practice?
Dr. Chafic Karam practices at 3303 Sw Bond Ave Ste 8, Portland, OR 972394501. Office phone: 5034947772.
What is Dr. Chafic Karam's NPI?
Dr. Chafic Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326200163, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chafic Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chafic Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chafic Karam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study (HCPCS 95886); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Testing of nerve-muscle junction (HCPCS 95937). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.