Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ahmad Abdul Karim, M.D
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Joliet, IL
Practice pattern: Electrophysiology & Remote
— Practice combining electrophysiology and remote services
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Abdul Karim
Dr. Ahmad Abdul Karim is a clinical cardiac electrophysiology physician in Joliet, IL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Abdul Karim performed 10,750 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Abdul Karim received a total of $4,780 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 191 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Abdul Karim is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 19 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 3% volume in IL
$4,780 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗10,750
Medicare services
Top 3% in IL for clinical cardiac electrophysiology physician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$43
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
3,956 | $6 | $28 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
1,025 | $16 | $89 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
769 | $11 | $72 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
713 | $20 | $94 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
675 | $57 | $166 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days Remote evaluation of an implanted heart or blood vessel monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
507 | $19 | $70 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
504 | $94 | $229 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
502 | $59 | $375 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
325 | $25 | $184 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
223 | $78 | $252 |
| Programming of dual lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with two leads to ensure proper function. |
178 | $73 | $227 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
169 | $138 | $307 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
106 | $4 | $20 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
100 | $10 | $163 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 100 | $176 | $443 |
| Programming of single lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for a single-lead implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to ensure proper function. |
98 | $53 | $178 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
72 | $105 | $295 |
| Cardiac rhythm monitor programming Adjustment and configuration of an implanted cardiac rhythm monitoring device to ensure proper operation and data collection. |
70 | $46 | $119 |
| Pacemaker system programming Adjustment and testing of a multi-lead pacemaker to ensure proper function and settings. |
59 | $64 | $193 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
57 | $48 | $185 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
51 | $64 | $151 |
| Atrial fibrillation ablation with pulmonary vein isolation A procedure to treat atrial fibrillation by mapping the heart's electrical activity and destroying tissue causing irregular contractions. This is done by isolating the pulmonary veins using catheter-based destruction. |
47 | $807 | $3,229 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
43 | $85 | $587 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
43 | $14 | $104 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
43 | $2 | $22 |
| Pacemaker insertion with heart chamber electrodes A surgical procedure to implant a pacemaker device and place electrodes into the upper and lower chambers of the heart to regulate heart rhythm. |
33 | $436 | $2,166 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
27 | $141 | $431 |
| Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant A surgical procedure to repair the left upper chamber of the heart using an implanted device, with review by a radiologist. |
25 | $553 | $1,834 |
| Pacemaker system evaluation Assessment of a pacemaker device, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless systems. |
22 | $37 | $106 |
| Removal and replacement of dual lead permanent pacemaker This procedure involves removing an existing permanent pacemaker with two leads and replacing it with a new device. It is performed to update or repair the heart rhythm management system. |
20 | $279 | $1,246 |
| Insertion of implantable defibrillator system A surgical procedure to place an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) device into the body. The device is connected to the heart to monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if dangerous arrhythmias occur. |
20 | $775 | $3,617 |
| Catheter ablation for abnormal heart rhythm A procedure where catheters are inserted to destroy tissue causing irregular heartbeats. |
20 | $262 | $1,209 |
| Ultrasound of heart blood vessels with radiologist review An ultrasound exam that evaluates blood vessels within the heart, including a review of the results by a radiologist. |
19 | $59 | $775 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
18 | $8 | $20 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
18 | $10 | $49 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
18 | $21 | $84 |
| Heart chamber tissue destruction via catheter A procedure that destroys tissue in the upper heart chamber using a tube to treat abnormal heart rhythm. |
16 | $262 | $1,211 |
| Insertion of left lower heart electrode for pacemaker or defibrillator A procedure to place an electrode in the lower part of the left side of the heart. This electrode is used to connect a pacemaker or defibrillator to help regulate the heart's rhythm. |
13 | $396 | $1,692 |
| Radiofrequency ablation for supraventricular tachycardia A procedure to locate and destroy abnormal heart tissue in the upper chambers of the heart that causes a rapid heart rate. |
12 | $708 | $2,419 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
12 | $127 | $359 |
| Insertion of implantable heart rhythm monitor A small device is placed under the skin to continuously record the heart's electrical activity. This helps detect irregular heart rhythms that may not appear during a standard office visit. |
11 | $3,659 | $24,540 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
11 | $21 | $70 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
33.5% high complexity
1.0% medium
65.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$4,780
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $683/year across 7 years
Bottom 33% in IL for clinical cardiac electrophysiology physician
26
Companies
191
Payment records
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Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$563
2023
$1,497
2022
$293
2021
$671
2020
$158
2019
$701
2018
$896
Payments by company (2024)
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$188
Boston Scientific Corporation
$182
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$87
Abbott Laboratories
$70
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$16
Medtronic, Inc.
$16
Elutia, Inc.
$5
Top 3 companies account for 81.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Boston Scientific Corporation
$1,777
Abbott Laboratories
$521
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$472
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$452
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$262
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$210
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$210
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$140
PFIZER INC.
$126
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$114
Medtronic, Inc.
$83
ABIOMED
$62
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$51
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$42
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$35
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$34
Novo Nordisk Inc
$25
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$21
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$20
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$18
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$18
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$15
Amgen Inc.
$13
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$10
Elutia, Inc.
$5
Top 3 companies account for 58.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCOLADE SR · AMPLATZER · AMPLATZER AMULET · AMPLATZER Occluders · Abre · Acunav · Amplia MRI · Azure · BRILINTA · CAMZYOS · CARDIOMEMS · CLEVIPREX · Carto 3 · Carto 3 System · CartoSound · ECM · ECM Patch · ELIQUIS · ELUVIA · ENTRESTO · GENERAL - TACHY · GENERAL BRADY · GENERAL THERAPIES · INGEVITY · INSPIRE · Impella · JARDIANCE · LATITUDE · LUX-DX · LifeVest · MICRA · MULTAQ · Micra · NEXLETOL · Ozempic · PRALUENT · PROTEGE RX · Pacemakers · PlasmaBlade · Pouch · QDOT MICRO Catheter · RESONATE · Repatha · Reveal LINQ · SQ RX PULSE GENERATOR · SQRX PULSE GENERATOR · VERQUVO · WATCHMAN · WATCHMAN FLX · XARELTO
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Geographic Context
Clinical cardiac electrophysiology physicians in nearby ZIP areas
11
County median income
$107,799
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Abdul Karim is an electrophysiology & remote specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in IL), with 19 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Abdul Karim experienced with ekg interpretation and report?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Abdul Karim performed 3,956 ekg interpretation and report services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Abdul Karim receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Abdul Karim received a total of $4,780 from 26 companies across 191 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Abdul Karim's costs compare to other clinical cardiac electrophysiology physicians in Joliet?
Dr. Abdul Karim's average Medicare payment per service is $43. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Abdul Karim) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
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