Benjamin Carter, MD
NPI 1902868961 · Family Medicine Physician · Kosciusko, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Carter, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Kosciusko, MS (NPI 1902868961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902868961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18204 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14,707 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,697 | $116 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,579 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,412 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 1,408 | $8 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgpt), Level84460 | 1,253 | $5 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgot), Level84450 | 1,249 | $5 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 223 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 984 | 167 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 968 | 175 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 812 | 141 |
| Furosemide | 811 | 162 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 743 | 152 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 713 | 140 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,279 across 73 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
- 2006-04-05
- Last updated
- 2014-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Carter's NPI number?
- Benjamin Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902868961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Carter's specialty?
- Benjamin Carter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Carter located?
- Benjamin Carter's practice location on file with NPPES is 332 Highway 12 W, Kosciusko, MS 39090-3209.
- What is Benjamin Carter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Carter is (662) 289-1800.
- Does Benjamin Carter accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Carter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Carter's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Carter's NPI (1902868961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.