David Carstens, M.D.
NPI 1679924252 · Family Medicine Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Carstens, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1679924252).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679924252
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 008412 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
62 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 34 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 16 | $119 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 12 | $9 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $9–$119 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 73 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 137 | 42 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 113 | 45 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 80 | 27 |
| Omeprazole | 80 | 25 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 78 | 23 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 74 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-06-25
- Last updated
- 2016-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Carstens's NPI number?
- David Carstens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679924252, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Carstens's specialty?
- David Carstens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Carstens located?
- David Carstens's practice location on file with NPPES is 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912-0004.
- What is David Carstens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Carstens is (305) 924-3580.
- Does David Carstens accept Medicare?
- David Carstens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Carstens's NPI active?
- Yes — David Carstens's NPI (1679924252) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.