Caren Taylor, M.D.
NPI 1679872808 · Gastroenterology Physician · Venice, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Caren Taylor, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Venice, FL (NPI 1679872808).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679872808
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME133740 (FL)
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
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
1,593 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 | 380 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 221 | $88 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 206 | $87 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 150 | $247 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 128 | $109 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 636 | 219 |
| Omeprazole | 504 | 169 |
| Famotidine | 116 | 38 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 67 | 18 |
| Mesalamine | 59 | 12 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 51 | 37 |
| Hydrocortisone | 33 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,614 across 69 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
- 2011-03-28
- Last updated
- 2018-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Caren Taylor's NPI number?
- Caren Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679872808, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Caren Taylor's specialty?
- Caren Taylor is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Caren Taylor located?
- Caren Taylor's practice location on file with NPPES is 825 Venetian Parkway, Venice, FL 34285.
- What is Caren Taylor's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Caren Taylor is (941) 483-5730.
- Does Caren Taylor accept Medicare?
- Caren Taylor is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Caren Taylor's NPI active?
- Yes — Caren Taylor's NPI (1679872808) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.