Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carter Gardner, PH.D.
Counseling Psychologist (CMS: Clinical Psychologist) · Mental Health Counselor · La Mesa, CA
- NPI 1831213958
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4700 Spring Street, Suite 204
La Mesa, CA 919410237
(619) 627-7701
fax (619) 644-5751 - Mailing address
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2646 Seattle Drive
El Cajon, CA 920201774
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 24, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 103TC1900X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #PSY10888 · California #PSY.10888
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831213958. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
405
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$54,555
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90837 |
Psychotherapy, 1 hour | 237 | 29 | $153 | |
90834 |
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes | 156 | 17 | $104 | |
90791 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation | 12 | 12 | $182 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carter Gardner's medical specialty?
Dr. Carter Gardner practices Counseling Psychologist in La Mesa, CA.
Where does Dr. Carter Gardner practice?
Dr. Carter Gardner practices at 4700 Spring Street, La Mesa, CA 919410237. Office phone: 6196277701.
What is Dr. Carter Gardner's NPI?
Dr. Carter Gardner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831213958, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carter Gardner accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carter Gardner accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carter Gardner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837); Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90834); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.