Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Amir Karni, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Specialist · Specialist · Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1316982606
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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12930 East Fwy
Houston, TX 770155710
(713) 453-7197
fax (713) 450-1345
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 22, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Texas #K2932 · Florida #ME85122 · Texas #47949
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #10007807 · TX #152346601
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316982606. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
289
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$27,714
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 166 | 29 | $49 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 54 | 50 | $172 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 18 | 13 | $89 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $165 | |
43246 |
Insertion of stomach tube using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 14 | $170 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $218 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 11 | 11 | $127 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in Houston Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,423
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 6 | $1,068.93 | |
| Davol INC. | 1 | $143.97 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 3 | $105.10 | |
| Tela Bio, INC. | 3 | $73.91 | |
| Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated | 1 | $31.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
85
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$509
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 85 | 81 | $509 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Amir Karni's medical specialty?
Dr. Amir Karni practices Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Amir Karni practice?
Dr. Amir Karni practices at 12930 East Fwy, Houston, TX 770155710. Office phone: 7134537197.
What is Dr. Amir Karni's NPI?
Dr. Amir Karni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316982606, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Amir Karni accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Amir Karni accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Amir Karni commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.