Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Karam, MD
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1902000797
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304009
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 22, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N8671
- Medicaid
- TX #311581801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902000797. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
94
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$26,390
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 48 | 48 | $184 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 18 | 18 | $135 | |
76998 |
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery | 17 | 17 | $59 | |
50230 |
Removal of kidney, lymph nodes, and/or blood clot from major vein with partial removal of ureter | 11 | 11 | $1,284 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 50 peers in Houston Urology Physician, average services per provider: 180. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,585
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 7 | $2,506.42 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $78.12 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Karam practices Urology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Jose Karam practice?
Dr. Jose Karam practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304009. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Jose Karam's NPI?
Dr. Jose Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902000797, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Karam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Ultrasonic guidance during surgery (HCPCS 76998). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.