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JOEL W CARTER M.D.
NPI 1417904665
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in St Louis Park, MN

Active since May 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426(952) 993-5178 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Joel W Carter M.d. NPPES

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

JOEL W CARTER M.D. (NPI 1417904665) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in St Louis Park, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (38401) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417904665
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameJOEL W CARTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address6500 EXCELSIOR BLVDSt Louis Park, MN 55426-4702
Mailing Address8170 33rd Ave S, Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110qMinneapolis, MN 55425-4516 · (952) 993-5178
Phone(952) 993-5178
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 8, 2016
✔ NPI 1417904665 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 38401
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 223349 (MA)
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, St Louis Park, MN 55426
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joel W Carter M.d. 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 ID9234176082
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061115000042
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joel Carter reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital
0.8 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
3900 PARK NICOLLET BLVD
St Louis Park, MN 55416
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Park Nicollet Clinic
  • 2,527 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194113217 (952) 993-1953

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
44 services30 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
40 services40 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
40 services32 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
38 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis Park, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240053
Location6500 Excelsior BlvdSaint Louis Park, MN 55426 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

NANCY COLE NELSON M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-3282
DR. KATIE LYNN ANDRINAS MD, MPH
Obstetrics & Gynecology
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-3282
CARA HOULE MD
Internal Medicine
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-5000
JANET GRAYSON MD
Internal Medicine
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-6600
JEFFREY J SHULTZ
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, PARK NICOLLET CLINIC - HEART & VASCULAR CENTER
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-3246
MARY BETH JOHNSON OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-6087
MARY KATHERINE KOSANDA P.T.
Physical Therapist
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-6014
JENNIFER A DEUTZ P.T.
Physical Therapist
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Hennepin County (952) 993-5900

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 Joel Carter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Carter is 1417904665. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Joel Carter located?

Joel Carter practices at 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426. The listed phone number is (952) 993-5178.

What is Joel Carter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Joel Carter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Carter 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joel Carter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joel Carter reassigns Medicare benefits to Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital (St Louis Park, MN). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joel Carter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joel Carter accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners list Joel Carter 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 Joel Carter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joel Carter is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Carter was last updated on March 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years 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.