Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Caruso, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Family Nurse Practitioner · San Juan Capistrano, CA
- NPI 1679816680
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 13.7 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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30230 Rancho Viejo RD, Suite 200
San Juan Capistrano, CA 926751557
(949) 443-4303
fax (949) 443-4033 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7087
Orange, CA 928637087
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #23053 · Nevada #APN001495
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679816680. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,155
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$104,798
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 721 | 198 | $68 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 148 | 41 | $115 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 105 | 91 | $164 | |
99495 |
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity | 88 | 78 | $125 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 37 | 37 | $139 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 37 | 37 | $119 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 19 | 19 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 165. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$270
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $107.70 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. | 1 | $67.21 | |
| Dexcom, Inc. | 2 | $43.21 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $27.49 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. | 1 | $24.22 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
702
Patients
114
Total drug cost
$20,981
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 164 | 36 | $1,715 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 49 | 12 | $316 |
| Cyproheptadine Hcl | Generic | 48 | 0 | $2,007 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 44 | 13 | $224 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 43 | 0 | $471 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 42 | 12 | $631 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 42 | 12 | $1,758 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 42 | 0 | $379 |
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 41 | 15 | $1,779 |
| Fenofibrate | Generic | 32 | 0 | $726 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Caruso's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Caruso practices Family Nurse Practitioner in San Juan Capistrano, CA.
Where does Dr. Karen Caruso practice?
Dr. Karen Caruso practices at 30230 Rancho Viejo RD, San Juan Capistrano, CA 926751557. Office phone: 9494434303.
What is Dr. Karen Caruso's NPI?
Dr. Karen Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679816680, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Caruso accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Caruso accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Caruso commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.