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DR. JOSEPH NICHOLAS CAREY MD
NPI 1487898391
Plastic Surgery in Tucson, AZ

Active since April 22, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1501 N CAMPBELL AVE RM 4410, TUCSON, AZ 85724(520) 626-6793 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 11, 2020, Aug 28, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Joseph Nicholas Carey Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH NICHOLAS CAREY MD (NPI 1487898391) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (76376) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487898391
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH NICHOLAS CAREYCredential: MD
Location Address1501 N CAMPBELL AVE RM 4410Tucson, AZ 85724-0001
Mailing Address1501 N Campbell Ave Rm 4410Tucson, AZ 85724-0001 · (520) 626-6793
Phone(520) 626-6793
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 22, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 27, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 27, 2025
✔ NPI 1487898391 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 76376✔ Licensed in CA · A87082
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
1501 N CAMPBELL AVE RM 4410, Tucson, AZ 85724
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and more.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. Joseph Nicholas Carey 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 ID941481733
PECOS Enrollment IDI20251024002186
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Carey reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Banner-University Medical Group
5.2 mi
Nutrition, Education
535 N WILMOT RD STE 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 1,514 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932708328 (520) 694-5437
Usc Care Medical Group, Inc
439 mi
General Practice
1520 SAN PABLO ST
Los Angeles, CA 90033
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,445 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902846306 (323) 442-5955

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.

Repair of wound by transferring skin, each additional 30.0 sq cm 14302
This procedure involves the transfer of skin from a healthy area to a wounded area, helping in its healing. Each session covers 30.0 sq cm. It's a common method for treating large wounds, burns, or areas with significant tissue damage.
129 services22 patients
Creation of muscle graft to trunk 15734
The creation of a muscle graft to the trunk is a surgical procedure where healthy muscle tissue is moved from one part of the body to another. This helps to repair damaged areas, improve function, and enhance appearance. It's a common procedure in reconstructive surgery.
78 services34 patients
Repair of wound by transferring skin, 30.1-60.0 sq cm 14301
This procedure involves repairing a wound by moving healthy skin from one area of the body to the wound site. The transferred skin, measuring between 30.1-60.0 square cm, aids in healing and reduces scarring.
29 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
29 services27 patients
Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15002
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of the body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and any dead tissue is removed to ensure a successful graft. The procedure covers an area of 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body.
28 services26 patients
Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15003
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of your body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and treated to receive new skin, usually to aid in healing from a burn or wound. The size of the area treated is up to 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body area.
20 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85724 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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 Joseph Carey's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Carey is 1487898391. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2009.

Where is Joseph Carey located?

Joseph Carey practices at 1501 N Campbell Ave Rm 4410, Tucson, AZ 85724. The listed phone number is (520) 626-6793.

What is Joseph Carey's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Joseph Carey enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Carey 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 Joseph Carey's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Carey reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Banner-University Medical Group (Tucson, AZ) and Usc Care Medical Group, Inc (Los Angeles, CA). 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 Joseph Carey's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Carey accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and UnitedHealthcare list Joseph Carey 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 Joseph Carey was last updated on October 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.