Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Caralis, D.O.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Cardiac Surgery) · Pontiac, MI
- NPI 1902829930
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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44555 Woodward Ave, Suite 307
Pontiac, MI 483415031
(248) 858-3939
fax (248) 858-3844
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #5101007741
- Medicaid
- MI #4190333
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902829930. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
95
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$9,825
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 46 | 32 | $57 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 28 | 28 | $115 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 21 | 21 | $190 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Pontiac Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 27. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$53
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethicon INC. | 1 | $37.54 | |
| CashFlow Solutions, LLC | 1 | $15.95 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Caralis's medical specialty?
Dr. James Caralis practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Pontiac, MI.
Where does Dr. James Caralis practice?
Dr. James Caralis practices at 44555 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 483415031. Office phone: 2488583939.
What is Dr. James Caralis's NPI?
Dr. James Caralis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902829930, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Caralis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Caralis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Caralis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers (HCPCS 93970). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.