Thomas Carter, DO
NPI 1366555674 · Nephrology Physician · Opelika, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Carter, DO is a Nephrology Physician provider in Opelika, AL (NPI 1366555674).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366555674
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO175 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
589 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 181 | $315 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 149 | $70 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 88 | $64 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 66 | $262 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 40 | $262 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pentoxifylline | 96 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 71 | 29 |
| Calcitriol | 45 | 13 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 40 | 17 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 23 | 12 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 20 | — |
| Carvedilol | 17 | — |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$248 across 12 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
- 2006-08-17
- Last updated
- 2010-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Carter's NPI number?
- Thomas Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366555674, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Carter's specialty?
- Thomas Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Carter located?
- Thomas Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 2609 Village Professional Dr, Opelika, AL 36801-5442.
- What is Thomas Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Carter is (334) 749-6523.
- Does Thomas Carter accept Medicare?
- Thomas Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Carter's NPI (1366555674) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.