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DR. HENRY JOSEPH CARTER O.D.
NPI 1689773137
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Lafayette, LA

Active since September 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
309 THIBODEAUX DR, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503(337) 349-6414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Henry Joseph Carter O.d. NPPES

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

DR. HENRY JOSEPH CARTER O.D. (NPI 1689773137) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (1218-381T) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio State University - College Of Optometry (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689773137
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X
Provider Legal NameDR. HENRY JOSEPH CARTERCredential: O.D.
Location Address309 THIBODEAUX DRLafayette, LA 70503-4444
Mailing Address309 Thibodeaux DrLafayette, LA 70503-4444 · (337) 349-6414
Phone(337) 349-6414
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 2008
✔ NPI 1689773137 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WC0802X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 1218-381T
Definition
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
309 THIBODEAUX DR, Lafayette, LA 70503
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINT98276LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4B222LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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. Henry Joseph Carter 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 ID7214090562
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090113000140
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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
36 services36 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
34 services34 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
26 services24 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70503 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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

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

HENRY J. CARTER, O.D., APC
Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
309 THIBODEAUX DR
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Lafayette Parish (337) 349-6414

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 Henry Carter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Henry Carter is 1689773137. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2006.

Where is Henry Carter located?

Henry Carter practices at 309 Thibodeaux Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503. The listed phone number is (337) 349-6414.

What is Henry Carter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Henry Carter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Henry 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.

What insurance does Henry Carter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Henry 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Henry Carter was last updated on April 29, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.