Cara Watts, M.D.
NPI 1477842342 · Otolaryngology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cara Watts, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1477842342).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477842342
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101260587 (VA)
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
15 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
1,790 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 412 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 263 | $124 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 245 | $12 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 174 | $183 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 165 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 165 | $89 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 129 | 53 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 84 | 45 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 52 | 25 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 41 | 20 |
| Flunisolide | 25 | 14 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 20 | — |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 17 | — |
| Epinephrine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40 across 2 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
- 2011-03-31
- Last updated
- 2016-07-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cara Watts's NPI number?
- Cara Watts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477842342, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cara Watts's specialty?
- Cara Watts is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cara Watts located?
- Cara Watts's practice location on file with NPPES is 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612-7232.
- What is Cara Watts's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cara Watts is (866) 600-2273.
- Does Cara Watts accept Medicare?
- Cara Watts is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cara Watts's NPI active?
- Yes — Cara Watts's NPI (1477842342) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.