Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Karam, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · San Antonio, TX
- NPI 1497999718
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4383 Medical Dr Ste 126
San Antonio, TX 782293307
(210) 593-5700
fax (210) 504-5001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 23, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q3028
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497999718. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
315
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$48,739
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 74 | 74 | $160 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 70 | 69 | $107 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 35 | $84 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 32 | 31 | $8 | |
49650 |
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | 25 | 25 | $464 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 24 | 23 | $7 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 20 | 20 | $599 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 17 | 15 | $121 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 15 | 15 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 32 peers in this city , average services per provider: 43. This provider delivers 7.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20,852
Transactions
51
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 42 | $19,961.68 | |
| TELA Bio, Inc. | 2 | $269.94 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $129.30 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $124.99 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $120.56 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $117.41 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 2 | $114.33 | |
| Davol Inc. | 1 | $13.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
254
Patients
249
Total drug cost
$1,628
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 87 | 86 | $672 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 56 | 56 | $221 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 53 | 51 | $241 |
| Bethanechol Chloride | Generic | 20 | 20 | $142 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $183 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 18 | 16 | $168 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Karam's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Karam practices Surgery Physician in San Antonio, TX.
Where does Dr. Joseph Karam practice?
Dr. Joseph Karam practices at 4383 Medical Dr Ste 126, San Antonio, TX 782293307. Office phone: 2105935700.
What is Dr. Joseph Karam's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497999718, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Karam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Karam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Karam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.