Joseph Caruso, M.D.
NPI 1598763203 · Family Medicine Physician · Mishawaka, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Caruso, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Mishawaka, IN (NPI 1598763203).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598763203
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01035309A (IN)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
6 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,610 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 338 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 293 | $84 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 291 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 183 | $120 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 145 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 133 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 488 | 140 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 386 | 104 |
| Lisinopril | 335 | 87 |
| Simvastatin | 203 | 48 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 183 | 51 |
| Alprazolam | 175 | 28 |
| Gabapentin | 163 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$557 across 26 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 (5)
- 3301 County Road 6 EElkhart, IN 46514-7673Phone: (574) 266-5342Fax: (574) 266-5847
- 2222 Rieth Blvd Suite 100Goshen, IN 46526-5869Phone: (574) 875-1200
- 6913 N Main StGranger, IN 46530-8039Phone: (574) 647-1500Fax: (574) 243-4306
- 714 N Michigan StSouth Bend, IN 46601-1035Phone: (574) 647-7477Fax: (574) 647-3655
- 1815 E Ireland RdSouth Bend, IN 46614-2845Phone: (574) 647-1750Fax: (574) 647-1748
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2024-08-26
- Certified
- 2024-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Caruso's NPI number?
- Joseph Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598763203, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Caruso's specialty?
- Joseph Caruso is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Caruso located?
- Joseph Caruso's practice location on file with NPPES is 4630 Vistula Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46544-4000.
- What is Joseph Caruso's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Caruso is (574) 647-1900.
- Does Joseph Caruso accept Medicare?
- Joseph Caruso is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Caruso's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Caruso's NPI (1598763203) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.