Robert Cater, MD,AAFP
NPI 1053474452 · Family Medicine Physician · Anniston, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Cater, MD,AAFP is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Anniston, AL (NPI 1053474452).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053474452
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD,AAFP
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00022604 (AL)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
806 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 217 | $82 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 143 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 106 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 101 | $116 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 55 | $10 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 117 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 285 | 103 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 237 | 84 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 185 | 59 |
| Losartan Potassium | 142 | 52 |
| Gabapentin | 128 | 36 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 123 | 38 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$177 across 9 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1325 Quintard AveAnniston, AL 36201-4619Phone: (256) 741-1339Fax: (256) 741-1356
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-12-18
- Last updated
- 2019-11-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Cater's NPI number?
- Robert Cater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053474452, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Cater's specialty?
- Robert Cater is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Cater located?
- Robert Cater's practice location on file with NPPES is 1425 Greenbrier Dear Rd, Anniston, AL 36207-8706.
- What is Robert Cater's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Cater is (256) 770-4327.
- Does Robert Cater accept Medicare?
- Robert Cater is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Cater's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Cater's NPI (1053474452) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.