DR. RONALD JOSEPH CARAS D.O.
NPI 1639306954
Urology in Tacoma, WA

Active since June 12, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9040A JACKSON AVE, TACOMA, WA 98431(253) 968-1110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2023, Jun 8, 2022, Jul 1, 2019 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Ronald Joseph Caras D.o. NPPES

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

DR. RONALD JOSEPH CARAS D.O. (NPI 1639306954) is an individual urology provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (OP60935502) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639306954
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RONALD JOSEPH CARASCredential: D.O.
Location Address9040A JACKSON AVETacoma, WA 98431-0001
Mailing Address9040a Jackson AveJoint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98431-0001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPhiladelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2023
NPI 1639306954 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
Licenses Licensed in WA · OP60935502 Licensed in TX · R1184 Licensed in IN · 02006672A
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
9040A JACKSON AVE, Tacoma, WA 98431

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1720 Eskenazi AveIndianapolis, IN 46202-5187 · Phone (317) 962-3700 · Fax (317) 962-8800
Location 2535 Barnhill DrIndianapolis, IN 46202-5116 · Phone (317) 278-0221

Other Identifiers 1

Other14227443Caqh

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Ronald Joseph Caras D.o. 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 ID1759654569
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200304001157
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
19 services13 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
17 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 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98431 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each A4332
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier40 claims4,710 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
4 suppliers27 claims3,840 services$1.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; coude (curved) tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomeric, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4352
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
3 suppliers44 claims6,960 services$6.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter, with insertion supplies A4353
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
1 supplier12 claims1,440 services$6.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
3 suppliers25 claims33 services$9.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, without built-in convexity, each A4385
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers12 claims160 services$4.93 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.

Pharmacist
9040A JACKSON AVE
JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431
Military Hospital (Military General Acute Care Hospital. Operational (Transportable))
9040A JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Social Worker (Clinical)
9040A JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Psychologist (Clinical)
9040A JACKSON AVE
JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431
Internal Medicine
9040A JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Occupational Therapy Assistant
9040A JACKSON AVE
JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431
Pharmacist
9040A JACKSON AVE
JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
9040A JACKSON AVE
JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD, WA 98431

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 Ronald Caras's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Caras is 1639306954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2009.

Where is Ronald Caras located?

Ronald Caras practices at 9040A Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98431. The listed phone number is (253) 968-1110.

What is Ronald Caras's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Ronald Caras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Caras 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 Ronald Caras accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Ronald Caras 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 Ronald Caras affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Caras is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Caras was last updated on July 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.