Jesus Carale, MD
NPI 1043236961 · Gastroenterology Physician · La Junta, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jesus Carale, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in La Junta, CO (NPI 1043236961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043236961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39740 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
303 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 69 | $129 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 56 | $107 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 34 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 34 | $181 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 32 | $167 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 375 | 102 |
| Famotidine | 163 | 31 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 111 | 106 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 78 | 72 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 78 | 16 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 56 | 16 |
| Ursodiol | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$143 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2025-10-28
- Certified
- 2025-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jesus Carale's NPI number?
- Jesus Carale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043236961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jesus Carale's specialty?
- Jesus Carale is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jesus Carale located?
- Jesus Carale's practice location on file with NPPES is 1112 Carson Ave, La Junta, CO 81050-2728.
- What is Jesus Carale's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jesus Carale is (719) 383-6480.
- Does Jesus Carale accept Medicare?
- Jesus Carale is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jesus Carale's NPI active?
- Yes — Jesus Carale's NPI (1043236961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.