Carl Bivens, M.D.
NPI 1538153796 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Roanoke, VA
Carl Bivens, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Roanoke, VA (NPI 1538153796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538153796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101018544 (VA)
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
8,109 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,033 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 954 | $123 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 831 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 681 | $16 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 667 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 664 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 76 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 701 | 233 |
| Metformin Hcl | 450 | 151 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 264 | 83 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 235 | 83 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 225 | 77 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 209 | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,603 across 92 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
- 2005-09-02
- Last updated
- 2021-12-02
- Certified
- 2021-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carl Bivens's NPI number?
- Carl Bivens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538153796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carl Bivens's specialty?
- Carl Bivens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carl Bivens located?
- Carl Bivens's practice location on file with NPPES is 3501 Colonial Green Circle, Roanoke, VA 24018.
- What is Carl Bivens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carl Bivens is (540) 344-3276.
- Is Carl Bivens's NPI active?
- Yes — Carl Bivens's NPI (1538153796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.