Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Caruso, MD
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Torrington, CT
- NPI 1164565438
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.7 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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540 Litchfield St, C/O Irene Benza
Torrington, CT 067906679
(860) 496-6361
fax (860) 496-6783
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 11, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #035635
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164565438. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
232
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$22,836
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 124 | 49 | $103 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 58 | 30 | $69 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 39 | 18 | $103 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $191 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Torrington Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$220
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, INC. | 3 | $62.85 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $42.08 | |
| Indivior INC. | 1 | $30.37 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $26.08 | |
| Alkermes, INC. | 1 | $23.67 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $18.62 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $16.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,796
Patients
436
Total drug cost
$62,641
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 385 | 50 | $7,020 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 334 | 40 | $2,885 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 328 | 58 | $4,453 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 222 | 31 | $2,642 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 188 | 32 | $4,200 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 168 | 22 | $2,167 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 164 | 25 | $7,663 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 153 | 30 | $1,371 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 151 | 31 | $3,321 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 149 | 24 | $1,209 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Caruso's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Caruso practices Psychiatry Physician in Torrington, CT.
Where does Dr. Michael Caruso practice?
Dr. Michael Caruso practices at 540 Litchfield St, Torrington, CT 067906679. Office phone: 8604966361.
What is Dr. Michael Caruso's NPI?
Dr. Michael Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164565438, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Caruso accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Caruso accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Caruso 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); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.