Dr. Chris Karras
Internal Medicine in Avon, Indiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 29+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Chris Karras, MD,PHD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Avon, Indiana. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1995, having over 29 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Daviess Community Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, St Mary's Medical Center Of Evansville Inc, St Mary's Warrick Hospital Inc. Dr. Chris Karras accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (317) 217-2888 to request Dr. Chris Karras the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Chris Karras |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0941254965 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 29 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
help Doctor of Philosophy
A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.
Education and Training
- Dr. Chris Karras graduated from medical school in 1995.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1396710513
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Quality Reporting
-
eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
-
PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
-
EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
-
MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
-
MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Chris Karras
Medical Licenses
Dr. Chris Karras has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 29 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 01050258A | Indiana |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
click for detail Hospitalist Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
| 01050258 | Indiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Washington, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Vincennes, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Jasper, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Evansville, Indiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Boonville, Indiana | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Practice Locations
1115 Ronald Reagan Pkwy
Suite 206
Avon, IN 46123-6911
Phone: (317) 217-2888
Fax: (317) 217-2999
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, December 11, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
Contact Dr. Chris Karras by phone: (317) 217-2888 for verification, detailed information, or booking an appointment before going to.
See more related doctors and physicians
Reviews
Dr. Chris Karras [NPI: 1396710513]Internal Medicine