JOSHUA T CAROTHERS MD
NPI 1407020597
Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery in Albuquerque, NM

Active since April 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106(505) 724-4300(505) 724-4384 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Joshua T Carothers Md NPPES

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

JOSHUA T CAROTHERS MD (NPI 1407020597) is an individual adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2008-0206) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407020597
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0114X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA T CAROTHERSCredential: MD
Location Address201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600Albuquerque, NM 87106-4917
Mailing Address201 Cedar St Se, Suite 6600Albuquerque, NM 87106-4917 · (505) 724-4300 · Fax (505) 724-4384
Fax(505) 724-4384
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2013
NPI 1407020597 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0114X
License Licensed in NM · MD2008-0206
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License MD2008-0206 (NM)
201 CEDAR ST SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid66803764NM
Medicare PINNM300619NM

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

Joshua T Carothers 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 ID7810064698
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080919000285
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 14

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.

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
252 services180 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
221 services192 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
204 services139 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
154 services122 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
106 services102 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
88 services85 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Santa Fe, NM
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number320002
Location455 St Michael's DriveSanta Fe, NM 87505 · Santa Fe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems

Critical Access Hospitals · Taos, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number321310
Location1397 Weimer RoadTaos, NM 87571 · Taos County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%729 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Plan of Care
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a plan of care for falls documented within 12 months
75%93 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
7%1,819 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
39%2,036 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
75%1,819 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
4%1,819 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
6 suppliers19 claims19 services$41.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Nurse Practitioner
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 4620
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 7600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 6600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Otolaryngology (Facial Plastic Surgery)
201 CEDAR ST SE, SUITE 4600
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106

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 Joshua Carothers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Carothers is 1407020597. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2008.

Where is Joshua Carothers located?

Joshua Carothers practices at 201 Cedar St SE Suite 6600, Albuquerque, NM 87106. The listed phone number is (505) 724-4300.

What is Joshua Carothers's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0114X.

Is Joshua Carothers enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Carothers 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.

Is Joshua Carothers affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joshua Carothers is affiliated with Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center and Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Carothers was last updated on July 11, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.