Paul Carson, M.D.
NPI 1679578603 · Internal Medicine Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Carson, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1679578603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679578603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD056944L (PA)
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
21 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
395 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 253 | $77 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 61 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 26 | $123 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 24 | $48 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 18 | $115 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 28 | — |
| Spironolactone | 22 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 20 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 16 | 15 |
| Bumetanide | 13 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 11 | 11 |
| Furosemide | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,665 across 25 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
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2021-09-03
- Certified
- 2021-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Carson's NPI number?
- Paul Carson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679578603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Carson's specialty?
- Paul Carson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Carson located?
- Paul Carson's practice location on file with NPPES is 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4756.
- What is Paul Carson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Carson is (412) 359-3030.
- Does Paul Carson accept Medicare?
- Paul Carson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Carson's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Carson's NPI (1679578603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.