Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Sparks, MSN, AGACNP-BC
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Temple, TX
- NPI 1871005694
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2401 S. 31St St, Division of Cardiology, Electrophysiology, and Pacing
Temple, TX 76508
(254) 724-1084
fax (254) 724-5561 - Mailing address
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Po Box 844658
Dallas, TX 752844658
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 7, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #AP135683
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871005694. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
92
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,579
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 37 | 29 | $61 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 34 | 32 | $102 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 21 | 17 | $40 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Temple Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 0.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$708
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 9 | $522.06 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $131.33 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $36.81 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $18.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
48
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$33,749
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 35 | 11 | $33,366 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $382 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Sparks's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Sparks practices Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Temple, TX.
Where does Dr. Karen Sparks practice?
Dr. Karen Sparks practices at 2401 S. 31St St, Temple, TX 76508. Office phone: 2547241084.
What is Dr. Karen Sparks's NPI?
Dr. Karen Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871005694, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Sparks accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Sparks accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Sparks commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.