Margaret Carter, M.D.
NPI 1063778504 · Ophthalmology Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Margaret Carter, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1063778504).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063778504
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 303436 (LA)
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
14 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
3,620 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 979 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 508 | $85 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 403 | $39 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 375 | $23 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 314 | $23 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 262 | $25 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 450 | 111 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 266 | 180 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 177 | 118 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 155 | 53 |
| Timolol Maleate | 137 | 38 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 109 | 31 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 108 | 70 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$410 across 16 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
- 2012-04-10
- Last updated
- 2016-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Margaret Carter's NPI number?
- Margaret Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063778504, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Margaret Carter's specialty?
- Margaret Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Margaret Carter located?
- Margaret Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1717 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601-8991.
- What is Margaret Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Margaret Carter is (337) 478-3810.
- Does Margaret Carter accept Medicare?
- Margaret Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Margaret Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Margaret Carter's NPI (1063778504) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.