Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Caves, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Santa Barbara, CA
- NPI 1144284522
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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317 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 931054310
(805) 898-3120 - Additional location
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655 Sierra Rose Dr
Reno, NV 895112060
(775) 829-7600 - Mailing address
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Po Box 62106
Santa Barbara, CA 931602106
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 31, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A72180
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144284522. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,942
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$225,135
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 551 | 540 | $5 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 403 | 403 | $259 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 343 | 233 | $97 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 148 | 143 | $107 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 122 | 99 | $137 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 54 | 54 | $188 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 46 | 46 | $120 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 34 | 34 | $120 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 32 | 23 | $82 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 31 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Santa Barbara Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$566
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $164.20 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 12 | $133.35 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 2 | $65.67 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 2 | $48.29 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 2 | $47.63 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $44.56 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $38.83 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $23.30 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,555
Patients
787
Total drug cost
$147,614
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 509 | 150 | $6,992 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 272 | 270 | $21,354 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 221 | 60 | $3,684 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 62 | 15 | $38,200 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 60 | 60 | $1,018 |
| Plenvu (Peg3350/Sod Sul/Nacl/Kcl/Asb/C) | Brand | 60 | 60 | $8,901 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 60 | 60 | $10,168 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 45 | 12 | $491 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 42 | 0 | $449 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 41 | 18 | $1,089 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Caves's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Caves practices Gastroenterology Physician in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. Thomas Caves practice?
Dr. Thomas Caves practices at 317 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 931054310. Office phone: 8058983120.
What is Dr. Thomas Caves's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Caves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144284522, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Caves accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Caves accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Caves commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.