Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Simms, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CMS: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1275005720
- Accepts Medicare
- 8 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
800 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 191076130
(215) 829-3000 - Mailing address
-
301 S 8Th St Ste 2L
Philadelphia, PA 191064017
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 367500000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #RN681797
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275005720. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
139
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$13,087
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 50 | 49 | $80 | |
00145 |
Anesthesia for retinal surgery | 38 | 38 | $128 | |
00140 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on eye | 21 | 21 | $91 | |
00918 |
Anesthesia for fragmenting, manipulation and/or removal of kidney stone including use of an endoscope | 17 | 17 | $94 | |
00910 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra | 13 | 13 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 200 peers in this city , average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Simms's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Simms practices Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Karen Simms practice?
Dr. Karen Simms practices at 800 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 191076130. Office phone: 2158293000.
What is Dr. Karen Simms's NPI?
Dr. Karen Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275005720, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Simms accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Simms accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Simms commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Anesthesia for retinal surgery (HCPCS 00145); Anesthesia for other procedure on eye (HCPCS 00140). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.