Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Caravella, DO
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Internal Medicine Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Fort Myers, FL
- NPI 1275024267
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.3 / 100 · 2023
- 8 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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9981 S Healthpark Dr
Fort Myers, FL 339083618
(239) 628-3192
fax (239) 647-5431 - Additional location
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1700 E Saunders St
Laredo, TX 780415474
(956) 796-5000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2147
Fort Myers, FL 339022147
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 26, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Florida #OS20715 · Texas #S5572
- Medicaid
- FL #127966300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275024267. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
943
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$101,650
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 206 | 191 | $77 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 205 | 100 | $76 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 181 | 169 | $167 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 155 | 78 | $114 | |
99234 |
Initial hospital care with same-day admission and discharge with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 46 | 45 | $95 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 38 | 24 | $205 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 37 | 37 | $110 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 32 | 22 | $48 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 28 | 27 | $121 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 15 | 15 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 69 peers in this city , average services per provider: 157. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$184
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $40.69 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $18.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
378
Patients
339
Total drug cost
$15,701
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | Generic | 52 | 51 | $794 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 42 | 38 | $119 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 33 | 33 | $354 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 25 | 22 | $177 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 25 | 24 | $151 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 25 | 24 | $207 |
| Ceftriaxone (Ceftriaxone Sodium) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $798 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $65 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 22 | 19 | $12,470 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 21 | 21 | $93 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Caravella's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Caravella practices Hospitalist Physician in Fort Myers, FL.
Where does Dr. Joseph Caravella practice?
Dr. Joseph Caravella practices at 9981 S Healthpark Dr, Fort Myers, FL 339083618. Office phone: 2396283192.
What is Dr. Joseph Caravella's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Caravella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275024267, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Caravella accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Caravella accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Caravella commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99238); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.