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DR. CARTER KEITH ANDERSEN O.D.
NPI 1427344142
Optometrist in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since June 21, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.52/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 S MILPAS ST, SUITE A, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103(805) 884-8465(805) 884-8467 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Carter Keith Andersen O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CARTER KEITH ANDERSEN O.D. (NPI 1427344142) is an individual optometrist in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (14172) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427344142
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARTER KEITH ANDERSENCredential: O.D.
Location Address1 S MILPAS ST, SUITE ASanta Barbara, CA 93103-3305
Mailing Address455 N Hope AveSanta Barbara, CA 93110-1573 · (805) 451-0961
Phone(805) 884-8465
Fax(805) 884-8467
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2011
✔ NPI 1427344142 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 14172
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1 S MILPAS ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.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

Dr. Carter Keith Andersen O.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 ID5698031128
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171117000971
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 3

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.

Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
186 services183 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
104 services104 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.
102 services92 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93103 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
$139.99 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $34.99 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.76 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $19.19 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.52/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.04
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

DR. BARRY CRAIG MAST O.D.
Optometrist
1 S MILPAS ST, A
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Santa Barbara County (805) 884-8465
G & R CORP
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
1 S MILPAS ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Santa Barbara County (805) 965-0098
DR. JOSHUA PE OD
Optometrist
1 S MILPAS ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
Santa Barbara County (805) 965-9000

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 Carter Andersen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carter Andersen is 1427344142. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2011.

Where is Carter Andersen located?

Carter Andersen practices at 1 S Milpas St Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. The listed phone number is (805) 884-8465.

What is Carter Andersen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Carter Andersen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carter Andersen 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 Carter Andersen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Carter Andersen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carter Andersen was last updated on June 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.