Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Xavier Caro, M.D
Specialist (CMS: Rheumatology) · Northridge, CA
- NPI 1477656353
- Accepts Medicare
- 53 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
18350 Roscoe Blvd, Suite 418
Northridge, CA 913254109
(818) 993-0125
fax (818) 993-4319
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 30, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1973 — 53 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G28544
- Medicaid
- CA #00G285440
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477656353. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
42,120
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,728,565
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1556 |
Injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg | 14,760 | 15 | $70 | |
J3262 |
Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg | 12,309 | 11 | $6 | |
J1568 |
Injection, immune globulin, (octagam), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg | 7,569 | 23 | $42 | |
J1569 |
Injection, immune globulin, (gammagard liquid), non-lyophilized, (e.g., liquid), 500 mg | 2,638 | 17 | $44 | |
96366 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour | 1,350 | 33 | $23 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 730 | 36 | $7 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 628 | 33 | $74 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 426 | 38 | $16 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 420 | 25 | $1 | |
J7050 |
Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc | 410 | 36 | $1 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Northridge Specialist, average services per provider: 690. This provider delivers 61× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$218
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 13 | $217.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
555
Patients
76
Total drug cost
$1,617,381
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 132 | 33 | $4,020 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 90 | 20 | $1,242 |
| Octagam (Immun Globg(Igg)/Malt/Iga Ov50) | Brand | 57 | 12 | $843,380 |
| Orencia (Abatacept/Maltose) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $167,180 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 35 | 0 | $340 |
| Actemra (Tocilizumab) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $119,037 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $869 |
| Inflectra (Infliximab-Dyyb) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $112,952 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 24 | 0 | $595 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 21 | 0 | $287 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Xavier Caro's medical specialty?
Dr. Xavier Caro practices Specialist in Northridge, CA.
Where does Dr. Xavier Caro practice?
Dr. Xavier Caro practices at 18350 Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA 913254109. Office phone: 8189930125.
What is Dr. Xavier Caro's NPI?
Dr. Xavier Caro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477656353, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Xavier Caro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Xavier Caro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Xavier Caro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg (HCPCS J1556); Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3262); Injection, immune globulin, (octagam), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS J1568). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.