BYRON H CARLSON MD
NPI 1548377120
Family Medicine in Forest City, IA

Active since August 23, 2006PECOS Enrolled
635 E US HWY, FOREST CITY, IA 50436(641) 585-2904(641) 585-5417 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 26, 2021, Aug 18, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Byron H Carlson Md NPPES

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

BYRON H CARLSON MD (NPI 1548377120) is an individual family medicine provider in Forest City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (24816) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548377120
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameBYRON H CARLSONCredential: MD
Location Address635 E US HWYForest City, IA 50436-0000
Mailing Address621 S Illinois Ave, Suite 103Mason City, IA 50401-5489 · (641) 494-3041 · Fax (641) 494-3059
Fax(641) 585-5417
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2021
✔ NPI 1548377120 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 24816
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
635 E US HWY, Forest City, IA 50436

Other Identifiers 2

Other19517IA · Wellmark
Medicaid5230862IA

Accepted 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 (PECOS)

Byron H Carlson Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Byron Carlson reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Family Medicine
635 E US HIGHWAY 9
Forest City, IA 50436
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 420 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 13

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.
867 services353 patients
Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin 93793
Anticoagulant management with warfarin involves monitoring and adjusting your medication to prevent blood clots while minimizing the risk of bleeding. Regular blood tests measure your response to warfarin, helping adjust your dose if necessary. It's crucial to maintain a consistent diet and promptly report any changes in your health.
189 services23 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.
170 services128 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.
169 services169 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
162 services52 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
93 services90 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50436 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
$81.84 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
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 20

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
7 suppliers82 claims168 services$5.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers28 claims28 services$0.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible, or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4407
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier11 claims195 services$8.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers21 claims21 services$46.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers31 claims31 services$115.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers28 claims73 services$44.26 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 2

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

Physician Assistant
635 E US HWY
FOREST CITY, IA 50436
Family Medicine
635 E US HWY
FOREST CITY, IA 50436

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 Byron Carlson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Byron Carlson is 1548377120. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 23, 2006.

Where is Byron Carlson located?

Byron Carlson practices at 635 E Us Hwy, Forest City, IA 50436. The listed phone number is (641) 585-2904.

What is Byron Carlson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Byron Carlson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Byron Carlson is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Byron Carlson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Byron Carlson reassigns Medicare benefits to North Iowa Mercy Clinics (Forest City, IA). 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 Byron Carlson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Byron Carlson accept?

Health plans from Medica list Byron Carlson 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 Byron Carlson was last updated on January 26, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.