CAROLYN GAROFALO PA-C
NPI 1760928675
Physician Assistant in Sarasota, FL

Active since January 17, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL 34239(941) 917-8720(941) 917-1875 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 26, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 26, 2025, Apr 10, 2017, Jan 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Carolyn Garofalo Pa-c NPPES

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

CAROLYN GAROFALO PA-C (NPI 1760928675) is an individual physician assistant in Sarasota, Florida, licensed in Florida (PA9110145) and active in the NPI registry since January 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Sarasota.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760928675
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCAROLYN GAROFALOCredential: PA-C
Location Address1700 S TAMIAMI TRLSarasota, FL 34239-3509
Mailing AddressPo Box 947407Atlanta, GA 30394-7407 · (941) 917-2600 · Fax (941) 917-7884
Fax(941) 917-1875
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJanuary 17, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 26, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 26, 2025
NPI 1760928675 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in FL · PA9110145
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota, FL 34239

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Carolyn Miller Pa-c

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11950 Arlington St, Suite 101Sarasota, FL 34239-3507 · Phone (941) 917-3400 · Fax (941) 917-4300

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid019965500FL
OtherETKMZFL · Bcbs

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

Carolyn Garofalo Pa-c 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 ID3678858909
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170328001984
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 6

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.

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
55 services54 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
46 services45 patients
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083
This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
43 services35 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
25 services25 patients
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.
21 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sarasota, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100087
Location1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239 · Sarasota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice

Acute Care Hospitals · North Venice, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100359
Location2600 Laurel Rd ENorth Venice, FL 34275 · Sarasota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34239 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

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.

78.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.37
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.81

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.

Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Internal Medicine
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Pharmacist
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Pediatrics
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sports Medicine)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239

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 Carolyn Garofalo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carolyn Garofalo is 1760928675. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 17, 2017. The provider is also known as Carolyn Miller Pa-C.

Where is Carolyn Garofalo located?

Carolyn Garofalo practices at 1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239. The listed phone number is (941) 917-8720.

What is Carolyn Garofalo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Carolyn Garofalo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carolyn Garofalo 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 Carolyn Garofalo accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and Oscar Insurance Company list Carolyn Garofalo 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 Carolyn Garofalo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carolyn Garofalo is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carolyn Garofalo was last updated on December 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.