Quick answers
- Does Sara N. Karnes accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Sara N. Karnes accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Sara N. Karnes see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 14 Original Medicare patients and 41 services for Sara N. Karnes. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Sara N. Karnes's NPI number?
- 1174150023. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Sara N. Karnes, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 14 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 41 |
| Different services or procedures | 6 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 67 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more (99214)15 services
- New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more (99205)11 services
Practice locations
Addresses where Sara N. Karnes is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 478 S Johnson StNew Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 412‑1580
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Sara N. Karnes as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans Faculty G447 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Psychiatryprimary
Other psychiatrists in New Orleans
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in New Orleans, LA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans Faculty G
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
| Graduation year | 2018 (8 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Female |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1174150023 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians