Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Caroline Cauchi, O.D.

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · La Mesa, CA

  • NPI 1831268903
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 46 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
8235 University Ave
La Mesa, CA 919429320
(619) 461-4913
fax (619) 465-5070

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
September 9, 2010
Year of graduation
1980 — 46 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #6882T
Medicaid
CA #SD0068820

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831268903. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
41
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$5,063
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 27 27 $137
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 14 12 $97

In context: peer comparison

Among 6 peers in La Mesa Optometrist, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$117
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. 1 $117.16

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$117

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Caroline Cauchi's medical specialty?
Dr. Caroline Cauchi practices Optometrist in La Mesa, CA.
Where does Dr. Caroline Cauchi practice?
Dr. Caroline Cauchi practices at 8235 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 919429320. Office phone: 6194614913.
What is Dr. Caroline Cauchi's NPI?
Dr. Caroline Cauchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831268903, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Caroline Cauchi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Caroline Cauchi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Caroline Cauchi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.