DR. CARLOS A. PULIDO MD
NPI 1598730848
Anesthesiology in Athens, GA

Q: What is Carlos Pulido's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carlos Pulido is 1598730848. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2006.

Q: What is Carlos Pulido's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carlos Pulido was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since February 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

658 N CHASE STREET, SUITE 101, ATHENS, GA 30606(770) 962-3642(770) 962-3643 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2026, Aug 11, 2025, Aug 26, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Dr. Carlos A. Pulido Md NPPES

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

DR. CARLOS A. PULIDO MD (NPI 1598730848) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (67964) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lawrenceville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598730848

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CARLOS A. PULIDOCredential: MD

Location Address658 N CHASE STREET, SUITE 101Athens, GA 30606

Mailing Address455 Philip Blvd Ste 140Lawrenceville, GA 30046-8768 · (770) 962-3642 · Fax (770) 962-3643

Phone(770) 962-3642

Fax(770) 962-3643

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2026

✔ NPI 1598730848 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 67964✔ Licensed in CT · 042002

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X · License 67964 (GA)

658 N CHASE STREET, Athens, GA 30606

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1455 Philip Blvd Ste 140Lawrenceville, GA 30046-8768 · Phone (770) 962-3642 · Fax (770) 962-3643

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid001420025CT

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Carlos A. Pulido Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6204808785

PECOS Enrollment IDI20121023000441

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 20

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 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.

748 services234 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0480

A definitive drug test is a detailed examination that can identify specific drugs in your system, even closely related ones. Techniques like GC/MS and LC/MS are used for high precision. This helps ensure accurate results for your safety and health.

178 services123 patients

Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305

Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.

176 services121 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

139 services22 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439

Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.

95 services20 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

55 services55 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

42 services35 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

38 services34 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

22 services19 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

19 services19 patients

A definitive drug test is a detailed analysis used to identify specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced techniques, such as gc/ms and lc/ms, to detect and distinguish between different drugs, even those with similar structures.

19 services17 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

18 services17 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

18 services15 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

18 services15 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

16 services14 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

16 services14 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

15 services15 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

15 services15 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.

15 services15 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number110006

Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number110074

Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

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…

100%327 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 Carlos Pulido's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carlos Pulido is 1598730848. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2006.

Where is Carlos Pulido located?

Carlos Pulido practices at 658 N Chase Street Suite 101, Athens, GA 30606. The listed phone number is (770) 962-3642.

What is Carlos Pulido's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Carlos Pulido enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carlos Pulido is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Carlos Pulido accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Carlos Pulido 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 Carlos Pulido affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carlos Pulido is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital and Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carlos Pulido was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.