Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Caruso, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Lewes, DE
- NPI 1548252265
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1309 Savannah RD, Ste B
Lewes, DE 199581514
(302) 645-6698
fax (302) 645-4505 - Mailing address
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Po Box 472
Lewes, DE 199580422
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 31, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Delaware #C1-0004112
- Medicaid
- DE #0000494801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548252265. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,624
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$266,880
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 479 | 462 | $102 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 300 | 300 | $249 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 282 | 282 | $177 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 139 | 138 | $166 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 112 | 112 | $177 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 105 | 91 | $89 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 93 | 91 | $171 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 36 | 36 | $162 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 23 | 22 | $127 | |
91110 |
Imaging of digestive tract done from the inside of the digestive tract | 20 | 20 | $750 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Lewes Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,544
Transactions
47
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 17 | $414.31 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 3 | $372.37 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $181.78 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 2 | $166.95 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 7 | $111.68 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $67.72 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 2 | $50.70 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 2 | $47.66 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $46.84 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $36.41 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $28.80 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $18.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,531
Patients
919
Total drug cost
$197,816
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 327 | 322 | $5,946 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 314 | 130 | $8,002 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 207 | 202 | $35,423 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 184 | 67 | $3,247 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 165 | 63 | $3,251 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 92 | 90 | $15,096 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 53 | 16 | $44,286 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 40 | 14 | $4,178 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $37,355 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $1,491 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Caruso's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Caruso practices Gastroenterology Physician in Lewes, DE.
Where does Dr. Richard Caruso practice?
Dr. Richard Caruso practices at 1309 Savannah RD, Lewes, DE 199581514. Office phone: 3026456698.
What is Dr. Richard Caruso's NPI?
Dr. Richard Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548252265, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Caruso accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Caruso accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Caruso commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk (HCPCS G0105). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.