DR. CAREEN CAPUTO OD
NPI 1104926393
Optometrist in Hollister, CA

Active since September 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
891 SUNSET DR, HOLLISTER, CA 95023(831) 637-7471(831) 637-7472 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Careen Caputo Od NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CAREEN CAPUTO OD (NPI 1104926393) is an individual optometrist in Hollister, California, licensed in California (9898T) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104926393
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CAREEN CAPUTOCredential: OD
Location Address891 SUNSET DRHollister, CA 95023-5601
Mailing Address1441 Constitution Blvd Ste 100Salinas, CA 93906-3136 · (831) 424-1150 · Fax (831) 424-1158
Fax(831) 637-7472
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 2019
NPI 1104926393 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in CA · 9898T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
891 SUNSET DR, Hollister, CA 95023

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Miss Careen Giesbrecht Od

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Careen Caputo Od is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5991726390
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051213000728
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
69 services41 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
32 services32 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
19 services19 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
14 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95023 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$157.65 typical visit price
range $70.72 – $207.37
Typical copayment $39.41 (range $17.68 – $51.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$86.98 typical visit price
range $24.01 – $170.46
Typical copayment $21.74 (range $6.00 – $42.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost86.67

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%67 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Careen Caputo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Careen Caputo is 1104926393. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006. The provider is also known as Miss Careen Giesbrecht Od.

Where is Careen Caputo located?

Careen Caputo practices at 891 Sunset Dr, Hollister, CA 95023. The listed phone number is (831) 637-7471.

What is Careen Caputo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Careen Caputo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Careen Caputo is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Careen Caputo accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Careen Caputo as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Careen Caputo was last updated on September 19, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.