Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Specht, PA-C
Medical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1801255682
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.5 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
320 E North Ave, Suite 363
Pittsburgh, PA 152124756
(412) 359-6137
fax (412) 359-4334
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 7, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AM0700X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MA058079
- Medicaid
- PA #103265648
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801255682. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
22
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$627
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32674 |
Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope | 22 | 21 | $28 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 107 peers in this city , average services per provider: 94. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$21
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATRICURE, INC. | 1 | $21.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
365
Patients
267
Total drug cost
$1,848
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 123 | 107 | $194 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 90 | 78 | $390 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 69 | 67 | $84 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 29 | 15 | $251 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $172 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 17 | 0 | $294 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $464 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Specht's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Specht practices Medical Physician Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Kara Specht practice?
Dr. Kara Specht practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152124756. Office phone: 4123596137.
What is Dr. Kara Specht's NPI?
Dr. Kara Specht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801255682, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Specht accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Specht accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Specht commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope (HCPCS 32674). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.