Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Joanne Caruso, OD

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Watertown, MA

  • NPI 1629037734
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 41 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
235 Waverly Ave
Watertown, MA 024723238
(617) 926-4191
fax (617) 926-4090

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 17, 2009
Year of graduation
1985 — 41 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #3209

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629037734. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
128
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$15,052
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 63 62 $143
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 26 19 $102
92250 Photography of the retina 21 16 $42
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 18 13 $140

In context: peer comparison

Among 2 peers in Watertown Optometrist, average services per provider: 41. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$117
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
CooperVision INC. 1 $117.00

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$117

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Joanne Caruso's medical specialty?
Dr. Joanne Caruso practices Optometrist in Watertown, MA.
Where does Dr. Joanne Caruso practice?
Dr. Joanne Caruso practices at 235 Waverly Ave, Watertown, MA 024723238. Office phone: 6179264191.
What is Dr. Joanne Caruso's NPI?
Dr. Joanne Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629037734, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joanne Caruso accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joanne Caruso accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joanne Caruso commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.