Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Frank Caruso, PA
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Winston Salem, NC
- NPI 1184608556
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 271570001
(336) 716-2255
fax (336) 716-8018 - Mailing address
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Po Box 344
Winston Salem, NC 271020344
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 15, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #000101741
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184608556. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
881
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$42,872
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 359 | 204 | $40 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 262 | 187 | $53 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 130 | 100 | $78 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 80 | 66 | $28 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $64 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 23 | 13 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 95. This provider delivers 9.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$521
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $111.26 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, Inc. | 1 | $108.98 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $102.88 | |
| COLOPLAST CORP | 1 | $94.82 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $58.53 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $44.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
301
Patients
142
Total drug cost
$2,262
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 130 | 47 | $1,039 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 80 | 49 | $550 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 27 | 21 | $214 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 14 | $246 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 17 | 11 | $59 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 13 | 0 | $56 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $98 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frank Caruso's medical specialty?
Dr. Frank Caruso practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Winston Salem, NC.
Where does Dr. Frank Caruso practice?
Dr. Frank Caruso practices at Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 271570001. Office phone: 3367162255.
What is Dr. Frank Caruso's NPI?
Dr. Frank Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184608556, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frank Caruso accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frank Caruso accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frank Caruso commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.