Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carol Starling, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Caro, MI
- NPI 1043268030
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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170 N State St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 672-7827
fax (989) 672-7830
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 24, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4901003051
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043268030. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,120
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$90,842
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 288 | 265 | $35 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 242 | 229 | $117 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 195 | 56 | $107 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 193 | 109 | $86 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 45 | 29 | $58 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 43 | 28 | $32 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 40 | 25 | $94 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $134 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 23 | 22 | $38 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $107 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Caro Optometrist, average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 10.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$275
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $146.33 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $128.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
294
Patients
77
Total drug cost
$7,806
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 161 | 40 | $3,559 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 75 | 24 | $1,592 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 24 | 13 | $1,231 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 23 | 0 | $1,113 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $311 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carol Starling's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Starling practices Optometrist in Caro, MI.
Where does Dr. Carol Starling practice?
Dr. Carol Starling practices at 170 N State St, Caro, MI 48723. Office phone: 9896727827.
What is Dr. Carol Starling's NPI?
Dr. Carol Starling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043268030, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Starling accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Starling accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Starling commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Closure of tear duct opening using plug (HCPCS 68761). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.