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ALBERT GASPER CARUANA JR. MD
NPI 1154527851
Ophthalmology in Oakland Park, FL

Active since June 21, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1164 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300, OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334(954) 488-2020(954) 704-6937 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 14, 2025, Jun 1, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Albert Gasper Caruana Jr. Md NPPES

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

ALBERT GASPER CARUANA JR. MD (NPI 1154527851) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Oakland Park, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME101883) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Broward Health Imperial Point, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154527851
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameALBERT GASPER CARUANA JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1164 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300Oakland Park, FL 33334-2709
Mailing Address1164 E Oakland Park Blvd Ste 300Oakland Park, FL 33334-2709 · (954) 488-2020 · Fax (954) 704-6937
Phone(954) 488-2020
Fax(954) 704-6937
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 14, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1154527851 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME101883
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1164 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300, Oakland Park, FL 33334
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Albert Gasper Caruana Jr. Md 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 ID446341689
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080819000619
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 10

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 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.
469 services425 patients
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.
200 services168 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
122 services82 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
121 services121 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.
94 services93 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
82 services82 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Broward Health Imperial Point

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100200
Location6401 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308 · Broward County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33334 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
$135.56 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Counseling on Antioxidant Supplement
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) formulation for…
100%50 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who had a dilated macular examination performed which included documentation of the presence or absence of macular thickening or geographic atrophy or…
100%50 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,343 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
100%46 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ALBERT CARUANA JR MD PA
Ophthalmology
1164 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
Broward County (954) 601-9515

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 Albert Caruana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Albert Caruana is 1154527851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2007.

Where is Albert Caruana located?

Albert Caruana practices at 1164 E Oakland Park Blvd Ste 300, Oakland Park, FL 33334. The listed phone number is (954) 488-2020.

What is Albert Caruana's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Albert Caruana enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Albert Caruana 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 Albert Caruana accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 4 other insurers list Albert Caruana 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.

Is Albert Caruana affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Albert Caruana is affiliated with Broward Health Imperial Point.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Albert Caruana was last updated on May 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.