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CARLA TAYLOR THURSTON MD
NPI 1083874929
Internal Medicine in Morgan City, LA

Active since June 13, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1015 8TH ST, MORGAN CITY, LA 70380(985) 745-6733(985) 745-6734 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Carla Taylor Thurston Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CARLA TAYLOR THURSTON MD (NPI 1083874929) is an individual internal medicine provider in Morgan City, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (204579) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner St Mary, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083874929
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCARLA TAYLOR THURSTONCredential: MD
Location Address1015 8TH STMorgan City, LA 70380-1913
Mailing Address1015 8th StMorgan City, LA 70380-1913 · (985) 745-6733 · Fax (985) 745-6734
Phone(985) 745-6733
Fax(985) 745-6734
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 1, 2025
✔ NPI 1083874929 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 204579
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1015 8TH ST, Morgan City, LA 70380
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Carla Maria Taylor Md

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1112763LA
Other4Q332CG71Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CHRISTUS Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Carla Taylor Thurston Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5496924383
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110810000380
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
188 services133 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
107 services92 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
94 services94 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
94 services94 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
86 services86 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
32 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ochsner St Mary

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgan City, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190014
Location1125 Marguerite StreetMorgan City, LA 70380 · St. Mary County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70380 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers51 claims80 services$5.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers21 claims24 services$0.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$36.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

INTERNAL MEDICINE AND WELLNESS, LLC
Internal Medicine
1015 8TH ST
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
St. Mary Parish (985) 745-6733

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Carla Thurston's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carla Thurston is 1083874929. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2008. The provider is also known as Dr. Carla Maria Taylor MD.

Where is Carla Thurston located?

Carla Thurston practices at 1015 8th St, Morgan City, LA 70380. The listed phone number is (985) 745-6733.

What is Carla Thurston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Carla Thurston enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carla Thurston is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Carla Thurston accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan list Carla Thurston as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Carla Thurston affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carla Thurston is affiliated with Ochsner St Mary.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carla Thurston was last updated on October 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.