Caroline Vaughn, MD
NPI 1194352617 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Caroline Vaughn, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1194352617).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194352617
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 70 | 50 |
| Hydrocortisone | 44 | 29 |
| Ketoconazole | 40 | 23 |
| Fluocinonide | 32 | 23 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 28 | 17 |
| Apremilastbrand: Otezla | 20 | — |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 20 | 13 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,373 across 38 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 7435 W Talcott AveChicago, IL 60631-3707Phone: (773) 990-5261
- 301 University Boulevard4.112, Mccullough BuildingGalveston, TX 77555-1327Phone: (409) 747-3376
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-03-25
- Last updated
- 2024-06-05
- Certified
- 2024-06-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Caroline Vaughn's NPI number?
- Caroline Vaughn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194352617, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Caroline Vaughn's specialty?
- Caroline Vaughn is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Caroline Vaughn located?
- Caroline Vaughn's practice location on file with NPPES is 7575 San Felipe St Ste 300, Houston, TX 77063-1780.
- What is Caroline Vaughn's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Caroline Vaughn is (713) 952-8400.
- Does Caroline Vaughn accept Medicare?
- Caroline Vaughn is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Caroline Vaughn's NPI active?
- Yes — Caroline Vaughn's NPI (1194352617) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.