Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Alexandria, LA
- NPI 1508859455
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.3 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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146 Yorktown Dr
Alexandria, LA 713033621
(318) 416-5060
fax (318) 416-5064
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 10, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #07117R
- Medicaid
- LA #1358428
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508859455. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
63,591
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,413,072
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 45,797 | 45 | $13 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 12,050 | 15 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 2,280 | 22 | $23 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,574 | 388 | $84 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 675 | 97 | $116 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 476 | 85 | $1 | |
J3489 |
Injection, zoledronic acid, 1 mg | 155 | 31 | $9 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 120 | 26 | $7 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 110 | 29 | $65 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 105 | 77 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 4,542. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,477
Transactions
75
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 25 | $644.75 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 15 | $230.83 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 8 | $142.68 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 7 | $111.55 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 5 | $94.66 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 3 | $59.70 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 3 | $51.29 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 3 | $44.78 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $34.91 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $16.71 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $16.69 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $14.88 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $13.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,018
Patients
958
Total drug cost
$101,929
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 1,042 | 147 | $24,046 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 511 | 60 | $16,063 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 439 | 86 | $7,757 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 407 | 72 | $6,265 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 350 | 75 | $3,387 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 310 | 77 | $5,015 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 290 | 66 | $4,470 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 254 | 44 | $10,169 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 238 | 52 | $8,776 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 230 | 86 | $1,614 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro's medical specialty?
Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro practices Rheumatology Physician in Alexandria, LA.
Where does Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro practice?
Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro practices at 146 Yorktown Dr, Alexandria, LA 713033621. Office phone: 3184165060.
What is Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro's NPI?
Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508859455, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Miguel Garcia-Caro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.