Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karl Rhea, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Somerville, TN
- NPI 1831201292
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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17310 Hwy 64
Somerville, TN 38068
(901) 465-2245
fax (901) 465-8683
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #MD0000018090
- Medicaid
- TN #3701371
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831201292. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,547
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$68,844
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 326 | 117 | $2 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 312 | 116 | $112 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 250 | 93 | $78 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 194 | 109 | $8 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 106 | 97 | $29 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 100 | 92 | $12 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 46 | 45 | $28 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 45 | 44 | $72 | |
70210 |
X-ray of paranasal sinus, 1-2 views | 41 | 24 | $27 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 33 | 32 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 123. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$321
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 2 | $138.50 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $100.54 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $27.96 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $20.02 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $17.80 | |
| Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. | 1 | $15.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,631
Patients
822
Total drug cost
$40,671
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 421 | 130 | $4,020 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 271 | 83 | $5,089 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 224 | 64 | $3,112 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 215 | 58 | $2,982 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 207 | 61 | $1,978 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 195 | 62 | $6,966 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 183 | 58 | $3,633 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 154 | 46 | $2,290 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | Generic | 150 | 51 | $3,277 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 118 | 41 | $979 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karl Rhea's medical specialty?
Dr. Karl Rhea practices Family Medicine Physician in Somerville, TN.
Where does Dr. Karl Rhea practice?
Dr. Karl Rhea practices at 17310 Hwy 64, Somerville, TN 38068. Office phone: 9014652245.
What is Dr. Karl Rhea's NPI?
Dr. Karl Rhea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831201292, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karl Rhea accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karl Rhea accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karl Rhea commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.