Lawrence Carter, M.D.
NPI 1003811480 · Internal Medicine Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Carter, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1003811480).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003811480
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9601569 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,215 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 483 | $37 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 421 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 262 | $120 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 256 | $22 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 244 | $46 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 71 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 116 | 33 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 85 | 25 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 85 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 76 | 23 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 64 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 61 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$771 across 36 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-14
- Last updated
- 2011-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Carter's NPI number?
- Lawrence Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003811480, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Carter's specialty?
- Lawrence Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Carter located?
- Lawrence Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 21 18th Ave Nw, Hickory, NC 28601-1822.
- What is Lawrence Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Carter is (828) 267-2246.
- Does Lawrence Carter accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Carter's NPI (1003811480) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.