W. Caraway, M.D.
NPI 1508080664 · Urology Physician · Marrero, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
W. Caraway, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Marrero, LA (NPI 1508080664).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508080664
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT186776 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
367 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 | 189 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 37 | $129 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 31 | $76 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 25 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,105 | 338 |
| Finasteride | 683 | 185 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 535 | 163 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 146 | 38 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 140 | 45 |
| Cephalexin | 120 | 88 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 113 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$102 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-12
- Last updated
- 2014-12-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is W. Caraway's NPI number?
- W. Caraway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508080664, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is W. Caraway's specialty?
- W. Caraway is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is W. Caraway located?
- W. Caraway's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 Medical Center Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072-3151.
- What is W. Caraway's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for W. Caraway is (504) 371-0071.
- Does W. Caraway accept Medicare?
- W. Caraway is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is W. Caraway's NPI active?
- Yes — W. Caraway's NPI (1508080664) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.