Joseph Carter, PA-C
NPI 1740776020 · Physician Assistant · Lompoc, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Carter, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Lompoc, CA (NPI 1740776020).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740776020
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA55733 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
7 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,284 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 388 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 195 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 147 | $120 |
| Amplifed Dna Or Rna Probe Detection of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) Antigen87635 | 112 | $50 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 102 | $2 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 73 | 66 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 50 | 49 |
| Azithromycin | 40 | 39 |
| Prednisone | 32 | 30 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 27 | 26 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 24 | 24 |
| Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavirbrand: Paxlovid | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$118 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (6)
- 5920 West MallAtascadero, CA 93422-4232Phone: (805) 466-0676Fax: (805) 466-4862
- 877 Oak Park BlvdPismo Beach, CA 93449-3292Phone: (805) 474-8450Fax: (805) 474-8454
- 401 E Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101-1460Phone: (805) 563-3307
- 1102 E Clark Ave Ste 120aSanta Maria, CA 93455-5175Phone: (805) 332-8185Fax: (805) 332-8186
- 2271 S Depot StSanta Maria, CA 93455-1216Phone: (805) 922-0561Fax: (805) 922-0083
- 1992 Old Mission Dr Ste 140Solvang, CA 93463-2302Phone: (805) 614-5690Fax: (805) 614-5691
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-07-10
- Last updated
- 2022-12-20
- Certified
- 2022-12-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Carter's NPI number?
- Joseph Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740776020, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Carter's specialty?
- Joseph Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joseph Carter located?
- Joseph Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 217 W Central Ave Ste G, Lompoc, CA 93436-2830.
- What is Joseph Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Carter is (805) 735-4292.
- Does Joseph Carter accept Medicare?
- Joseph Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Carter's NPI (1740776020) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.