Erik Carlson, M.D.
NPI 1821166471 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Colorado Springs, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Erik Carlson, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Colorado Springs, CO (NPI 1821166471).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821166471
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45411 (CO)
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
19 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
1,633 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 285 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 244 | $129 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 204 | $67 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 144 | $201 |
| 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 | 71 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 287 | 85 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 203 | 60 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 158 | 56 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 156 | 51 |
| Carvedilol | 137 | 49 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 103 | 35 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$513 across 23 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
- 2006-12-01
- Last updated
- 2013-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erik Carlson's NPI number?
- Erik Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821166471, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Erik Carlson's specialty?
- Erik Carlson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Erik Carlson located?
- Erik Carlson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2222 N Nevada Ave Ste 4007, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-6863.
- What is Erik Carlson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Erik Carlson is (719) 776-8500.
- Does Erik Carlson accept Medicare?
- Erik Carlson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Erik Carlson's NPI active?
- Yes — Erik Carlson's NPI (1821166471) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.