Steven T Kariya, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS)
Steven T Kariya, MD has practiced internal medicine for 46+ years, working in group practice. A Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University graduate since 1980, he brings 46+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6006dNPPES updated 2009-11-25 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10605 Concord St Ste 500, Kensington, MD 20895-2504
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.47%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Maryland0.47% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better43.4%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-39.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,496
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
693
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,416
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.93M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and COPD.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.0k received from industry
41 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Steven T Kariya's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1980)
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Steven T Kariya
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven T Kariya for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Kensington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steven T Kariya
NPI records show Dr. Kariya as active with telehealth listed in Kensington, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 942-2977.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Steven T Kariya
Practice Location
10605 Concord St Ste 500, Kensington, MD 20895-2504
Mailing Address
10605 Concord St Ste 500, Kensington, MD 20895-2504
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