Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Margaret Carter, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1063778504
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.8 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1717 Oak Park Blvd, #1
Lake Charles, LA 706018991
(337) 478-3810
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 11, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #303436
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063778504. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,926
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$369,800
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,045 | 1,003 | $116 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 556 | 271 | $28 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 467 | 335 | $85 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 451 | 221 | $17 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 358 | 107 | $19 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 299 | 124 | $23 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 201 | 117 | $492 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 151 | 151 | $138 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 128 | 122 | $82 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 73 | 50 | $307 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Lake Charles Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 333. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$410
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 5 | $163.38 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $65.22 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 2 | $42.92 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 2 | $39.62 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $27.64 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $22.31 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $17.70 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 1 | $15.81 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $15.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,941
Patients
800
Total drug cost
$323,053
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 395 | 105 | $4,697 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 280 | 180 | $14,990 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 154 | 101 | $4,874 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 141 | 80 | $1,562 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 130 | 56 | $139,783 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 121 | 41 | $3,672 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 115 | 26 | $47,594 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 107 | 24 | $37,792 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 107 | 27 | $2,493 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 99 | 29 | $9,338 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Margaret Carter's medical specialty?
Dr. Margaret Carter practices Ophthalmology Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Margaret Carter practice?
Dr. Margaret Carter practices at 1717 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 706018991. Office phone: 3374783810.
What is Dr. Margaret Carter's NPI?
Dr. Margaret Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063778504, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Margaret Carter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Margaret Carter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Margaret Carter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.