James Caro
NPI 1265515761 · Otolaryngology Physician · Hillsboro, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Caro is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Hillsboro, OR (NPI 1265515761).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265515761
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD18169 (OR)
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
227 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 89 | $58 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 75 | $49 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 22 | $58 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 18 | $75 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 12 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 62 | 24 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 53 | 16 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 33 | 13 |
| Famotidine | 22 | — |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 22 | — |
| Verapamil Hcl | 19 | — |
| Montelukast Sodium | 17 | — |
| Azithromycin | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$87 across 3 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
- 2006-10-20
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Caro's NPI number?
- James Caro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265515761, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Caro's specialty?
- James Caro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Caro located?
- James Caro's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 Se Oak St., Hillsboro, OR 97123.
- What is James Caro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Caro is (503) 648-8971.
- Does James Caro accept Medicare?
- James Caro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Caro's NPI active?
- Yes — James Caro's NPI (1265515761) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.