Joseph Caravella, DO
NPI 1275024267 · Hospitalist Physician · Fort Myers, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Caravella, DO is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Fort Myers, FL (NPI 1275024267).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275024267
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- S5572 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
344 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 102 | $80 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 97 | $81 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 73 | $174 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 41 | $50 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Same-Day Admission and Discharge With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99234 | 19 | $99 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 22 | 22 |
| Gabapentin | 20 | 15 |
| Azithromycin | 15 | 15 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 13 | 13 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 13 | — |
| Furosemide | 13 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$184 across 4 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 (1)
- 1700 E Saunders StLaredo, TX 78041-5474Phone: (956) 796-5000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-05-24
- Last updated
- 2025-09-26
- Certified
- 2025-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Caravella's NPI number?
- Joseph Caravella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275024267, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Caravella's specialty?
- Joseph Caravella is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Caravella located?
- Joseph Caravella's practice location on file with NPPES is 9981 S Healthpark Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908-3618.
- What is Joseph Caravella's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Caravella is (239) 628-3192.
- Does Joseph Caravella accept Medicare?
- Joseph Caravella is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Caravella's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Caravella's NPI (1275024267) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.