Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cara Watson, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Columbia, MO
- NPI 1982124657
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1 Hospital Dr
Columbia, MO 652120001
(573) 884-4400
fax (573) 884-5994 - Mailing address
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Po Box 843966
Kansas City, MO 641843966
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2020019937
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982124657. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
283
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$41,607
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 168 | 167 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 95 | 94 | $117 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 20 | 20 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in this city , average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 3.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$129
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $46.78 | |
| CSL Behring | 2 | $39.49 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $20.71 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $17.70 | |
| ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $4.05 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cara Watson's medical specialty?
Dr. Cara Watson practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Columbia, MO.
Where does Dr. Cara Watson practice?
Dr. Cara Watson practices at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 652120001. Office phone: 5738844400.
What is Dr. Cara Watson's NPI?
Dr. Cara Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982124657, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cara Watson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cara Watson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cara Watson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.