ELIZABETH RAMSEY CARSTENSEN MD
NPI 1609238310
Family Medicine in Vestavia, AL

Active since March 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8011 LIBERTY PKWY STE 101, VESTAVIA, AL 35242(205) 255-4024 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 14, 2025, Jun 3, 2021, Feb 18, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Elizabeth Ramsey Carstensen Md NPPES

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

ELIZABETH RAMSEY CARSTENSEN MD (NPI 1609238310) is an individual family medicine provider in Vestavia, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (40934) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609238310
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameELIZABETH RAMSEY CARSTENSENCredential: MD
Location Address8011 LIBERTY PKWY STE 101Vestavia, AL 35242-7670
Mailing Address8011 Liberty Pkwy Ste 101Vestavia, AL 35242-7670 · (205) 255-4024
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateMay 14, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 14, 2025
NPI 1609238310 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in AL · 40934
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.
8011 LIBERTY PKWY STE 101, Vestavia, AL 35242

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Elizabeth Ramsey Carstensen 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 ID648564328
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201002002459
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 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.

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.
59 services29 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.
34 services20 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.
20 services20 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
19 services13 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35242 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

Family Medicine
8011 LIBERTY PKWY STE 101
VESTAVIA, AL 35242

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 Elizabeth Carstensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elizabeth Carstensen is 1609238310. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Where is Elizabeth Carstensen located?

Elizabeth Carstensen practices at 8011 Liberty Pkwy Ste 101, Vestavia, AL 35242. The listed phone number is (205) 255-4024.

What is Elizabeth Carstensen's specialty?

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

Is Elizabeth Carstensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elizabeth Carstensen 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 Elizabeth Carstensen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Elizabeth Carstensen 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 Elizabeth Carstensen was last updated on May 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.