Steven Carter, MD
NPI 1275038267 · Ophthalmology Physician · Ventura, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Carter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Ventura, CA (NPI 1275038267).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275038267
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A164830 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,638 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 | 510 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 167 | $136 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 142 | $39 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 135 | $70 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 115 | $44 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 111 | $160 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 936 | 309 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 465 | 153 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 388 | 115 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 275 | 180 |
| Timolol Maleate | 259 | 95 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 158 | 119 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 144 | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$343 across 10 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 (2)
- 101 the City Dr S Ste 400Orange, CA 92868-3201Phone: (714) 456-5691Fax: (714) 456-8874
- 300 Hillmont AveVentura, CA 93003-1651Phone: (805) 652-6000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-03-29
- Last updated
- 2025-11-18
- Certified
- 2025-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Carter's NPI number?
- Steven Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275038267, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Carter's specialty?
- Steven Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Carter located?
- Steven Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 3085 Loma Vista Rd, Ventura, CA 93003-2916.
- What is Steven Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Carter is (805) 648-3085.
- Does Steven Carter accept Medicare?
- Steven Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Carter's NPI (1275038267) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.