THOMAS EDWARDS CAREY M.D.
NPI 1922132323
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Hattiesburg, MS

Active since March 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5052 W 4TH ST, HATTIESBURG, MS 39402(601) 261-2587(601) 264-7426 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 2, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Thomas Edwards Carey M.d. NPPES

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

THOMAS EDWARDS CAREY M.D. (NPI 1922132323) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, licensed in Montana (9557) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922132323
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS EDWARDS CAREYCredential: M.D.
Location Address5052 W 4TH STHattiesburg, MS 39402-1069
Mailing Address5052 W 4th StHattiesburg, MS 39402-1069 · (601) 261-2587 · Fax (601) 264-7426
Fax(601) 264-7426
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMarch 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 2, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 2, 2020
NPI 1922132323 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in MT · 9557
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
5052 W 4TH ST, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

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

Thomas Edwards Carey M.d. 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 ID8527148816
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170718000390
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 16

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
661 services357 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
277 services68 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
236 services188 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
203 services143 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
82 services64 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
73 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Merit Health River Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Vicksburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250031
Location2100 Hwy 61 NVicksburg, MS 39183 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

South Central Reg Med Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Laurel, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250058
Location1220 Jefferson St Box 607Laurel, MS 39440 · Jones County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health Natchez

Acute Care Hospitals · Natchez, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250084
Location52 Sergeant Prentiss DriveNatchez, MS 39120 · Adams County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health Wesley

Acute Care Hospitals · Hattiesburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250094
Location5001 W Hardy StHattiesburg, MS 39402 · Lamar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39402 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5052 W 4TH ST
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402

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 Thomas Carey's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Carey is 1922132323. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 15, 2007.

Where is Thomas Carey located?

Thomas Carey practices at 5052 W 4th St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402. The listed phone number is (601) 261-2587.

What is Thomas Carey's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Thomas Carey enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas 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.

What insurance does Thomas Carey accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Thomas 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.

Is Thomas Carey affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Carey is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, South Central Reg Med Ctr, Merit Health Natchez and Merit Health Wesley.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Carey was last updated on November 2, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.