Michael Carter, M.D.
NPI 1427045152 · Family Medicine Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Carter, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1427045152).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427045152
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21997 (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
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
3,940 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 776 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 719 | $118 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 476 | $58 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 317 | $78 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 293 | $121 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 104 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 344 | 107 |
| Losartan Potassium | 275 | 86 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 265 | 80 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 243 | 75 |
| Gabapentin | 186 | 49 |
| Lisinopril | 184 | 54 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,255 across 87 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
- 2005-09-27
- Last updated
- 2021-09-21
- Certified
- 2021-09-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Carter's NPI number?
- Michael Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427045152, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Carter's specialty?
- Michael Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Carter located?
- Michael Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1102 Gleneagles Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801-6404.
- What is Michael Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Carter is (256) 881-5880.
- Does Michael Carter accept Medicare?
- Michael Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Carter's NPI (1427045152) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.