Gentry Caton, M.D.
NPI 1922235951 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gentry Caton, M.D. is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1922235951).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922235951
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-01448 (NC)
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
17 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
600 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 59 | $369 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 54 | $169 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $120 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Anus Using an Endoscope46600 | 41 | $108 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 40 | $406 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 322 | 318 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 67 | 62 |
| Neomycin Sulfate | 32 | 31 |
| Metronidazole | 31 | 30 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 29 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$476 across 22 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
- 2009-06-17
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gentry Caton's NPI number?
- Gentry Caton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922235951, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gentry Caton's specialty?
- Gentry Caton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gentry Caton located?
- Gentry Caton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1202 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401-7307.
- What is Gentry Caton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gentry Caton is (910) 341-3300.
- Does Gentry Caton accept Medicare?
- Gentry Caton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gentry Caton's NPI active?
- Yes — Gentry Caton's NPI (1922235951) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.