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CRAIG B CARTER MD FACS
NPI 1497721344
Surgery in Covina, CA

Active since February 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 204, COVINA, CA 91723(626) 915-8585(626) 915-0685 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Craig B Carter Md Facs NPPES

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

CRAIG B CARTER MD FACS (NPI 1497721344) is an individual surgery provider in Covina, California, licensed in California (G51813) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497721344
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCRAIG B CARTERCredential: MD FACS
Location Address315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 204Covina, CA 91723-1915
Mailing Address315 N 3rd Ave, Suite 204Covina, CA 91723-1905 · (626) 915-8585 · Fax (626) 915-0685
Phone(626) 915-8585
Fax(626) 915-0685
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateFebruary 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 2010
✔ NPI 1497721344 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G51813
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
315 N 3RD AVE, Covina, CA 91723
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINA52085CA
Medicare PING51813CA
Medicaid00G518131CA

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

Craig B Carter Md Facs 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 ID8921275397
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120125000904
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 4

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 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.
26 services19 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.
25 services11 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.
21 services20 patients
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.
19 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91723 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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.

PATRICIA SORIANO
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 205
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 332-4543
DR. HSIN L LIN M.D.
Pediatrics
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 202
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 859-2544
UDAY G GADGIL,MD INCORPORATED
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
315 N 3RD AVE, 305
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 859-2898
CITRUS DIALYSIS CENTER, INC.
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 104
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 331-0133
DR. DEMETRIO HECHANOVA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 207
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 915-4700
PRITI DESAI, MD INC.
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 205
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 332-4543
DR. BEN SHWACHMAN M.D.
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
315 N 3RD AVE, SUITE 200
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 967-3176
EXTRA CARE HOME HEALTH
Home Health
315 N 3RD AVE, STE 300A
COVINA, CA 91723
Los Angeles County (626) 915-8333

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 Craig Carter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Craig Carter is 1497721344. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2006.

Where is Craig Carter located?

Craig Carter practices at 315 N 3rd Ave Suite 204, Covina, CA 91723. The listed phone number is (626) 915-8585.

What is Craig Carter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Craig Carter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Craig 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Craig Carter was last updated on November 16, 2010. 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.