Carter Gussler, MD
NPI 1215905393 · Ophthalmology Physician · Ashland, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carter Gussler, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Ashland, KY (NPI 1215905393).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215905393
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32854 (KY)
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
20 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
518 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 | 127 | $114 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 65 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $84 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 46 | $56 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 43 | $37 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 42 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 214 | 66 |
| Timolol Maleate | 70 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 45 | 14 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 40 | 25 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 23 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 19 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$769 across 15 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
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2012-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carter Gussler's NPI number?
- Carter Gussler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215905393, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carter Gussler's specialty?
- Carter Gussler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carter Gussler located?
- Carter Gussler's practice location on file with NPPES is 2841 Lexington Ave, Ashland, KY 41101-3009.
- What is Carter Gussler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carter Gussler is (606) 324-2451.
- Does Carter Gussler accept Medicare?
- Carter Gussler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carter Gussler's NPI active?
- Yes — Carter Gussler's NPI (1215905393) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.