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DR. CAROLINE LEILANI VALDES M.D.
NPI 1194999433
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in San Antonio, TX

Active since April 17, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256(210) 617-4445 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2026, Jan 4, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Dr. Caroline Leilani Valdes M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CAROLINE LEILANI VALDES M.D. (NPI 1194999433) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Georgia (94289) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rice Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Victoria.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194999433
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. CAROLINE LEILANI VALDESCredential: M.D.
Location Address6918 CAMP BULLIS RDSan Antonio, TX 78256-2236
Mailing Address6918 Camp Bullis RdSan Antonio, TX 78256-2236 · (210) 617-4445
Phone(210) 617-4445
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2026
✔ NPI 1194999433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 94289✔ Licensed in CA · A94224✔ Licensed in TX · M8399
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedDermatology · DermatopathologyTaxonomy 207ND0900X · License 94289 (GA)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD, San Antonio, TX 78256
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Miss Caroline Leilani Gietz

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12710 Hospital DrVictoria, TX 77901-5701 · Phone (310) 962-4637 · Fax (361) 573-5042

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Caroline Leilani Valdes M.d. 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 ID6406001551
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130221000432
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Caroline Valdes reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Corepath Laboratories, P.A.
Same address
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
San Antonio, TX 78256
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 10 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336381979 (210) 617-4445
Medcore Associates, PLLC
Same address
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
San Antonio, TX 78256
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1871036335 (210) 617-4445
Associated Pathologists, LLC
824 mi
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
1010 AIRPARK CENTER DR
Nashville, TN 37217
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 66 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003863580 (615) 221-4400

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
440 services220 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
370 services274 patients
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block 88331
A pathology examination during surgery involves the immediate analysis of a removed tissue sample. This helps the surgeon make decisions during your operation. The "first tissue block" refers to the initial sample examined. It's a vital step to ensure your health.
116 services103 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
69 services24 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
60 services59 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
57 services43 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Rice Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Eagle Lake, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number451312
Location600 South Austin RoadEagle Lake, TX 77434 · Colorado County
Emergency services

Yoakum Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Yoakum, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number451346
Location1200 Carl Ramert DriveYoakum, TX 77995 · Lavaca County
Emergency services

Jackson Healthcare Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Edna, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451363
Location1013 S WellsEdna, TX 77957 · Jackson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78256 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

DR. ALMA JUDITH SANCHEZ-SALAZAR M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
COREPATH LABORATORIES, P.A.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
DR. BRIDGET HERSCHAP M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
AAMIR EHSAN MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
COREPATH LABORATORIES, P.A.
Clinical Medical Laboratory
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
MEDCORE ASSOCIATES, PLLC
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (210) 617-4445
DR. BRENDA LY M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6918 CAMP BULLIS RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78256
Bexar County (102) 617-4445

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 Caroline Valdes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Caroline Valdes is 1194999433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2008. The provider is also known as Miss Caroline Leilani Gietz.

Where is Caroline Valdes located?

Caroline Valdes practices at 6918 Camp Bullis Rd, San Antonio, TX 78256. The listed phone number is (210) 617-4445.

What is Caroline Valdes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Caroline Valdes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Caroline Valdes 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Caroline Valdes's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Caroline Valdes reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Corepath Laboratories, P.A. (San Antonio, TX), Medcore Associates, PLLC (San Antonio, TX) and Associated Pathologists, LLC (Nashville, TN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Caroline Valdes's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Caroline Valdes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Caroline Valdes 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 Caroline Valdes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Caroline Valdes is affiliated with Rice Medical Center, Yoakum Community Hospital and Jackson Healthcare Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Caroline Valdes was last updated on April 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.