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Dr. Kara Ellis, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · North Charleston, SC
- NPI 1235662438
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8901 University Blvd
North Charleston, SC 294069116
(843) 203-2245
fax (843) 203-2244 - Mailing address
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Po Box 751649
Charlotte, NC 282751649
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #20838
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235662438. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
653
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$57,948
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 190 | 150 | $86 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 119 | 82 | $86 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 82 | 79 | $66 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 75 | 64 | $123 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 45 | 43 | $123 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 34 | 34 | $103 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 33 | 33 | $61 | |
G0317 |
Prolonged nursing facility evaluation and management service(s) beyond the total time for the primary service (when the primary service has been selected using time on the date of the primary service); each additional 15 minutes by the physician or qualifi | 28 | 21 | $25 | |
G0438 |
Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit | 23 | 23 | $132 | |
99316 |
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes | 13 | 13 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in North Charleston Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 9.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$205
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mylan Specialty L.P. | 2 | $150.71 | |
| Acadia Pharmaceuticals INC | 2 | $54.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
731
Patients
140
Total drug cost
$27,711
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 83 | 11 | $1,112 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 68 | 25 | $1,233 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 67 | 27 | $899 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 66 | 14 | $1,894 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 58 | 37 | $906 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 53 | 0 | $15,439 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 48 | 11 | $460 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 45 | 0 | $345 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 43 | 0 | $787 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 34 | 15 | $472 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Ellis's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Ellis practices Family Nurse Practitioner in North Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Kara Ellis practice?
Dr. Kara Ellis practices at 8901 University Blvd, North Charleston, SC 294069116. Office phone: 8432032245.
What is Dr. Kara Ellis's NPI?
Dr. Kara Ellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235662438, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Ellis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Ellis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Ellis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.