DR. RICHARD ALVIN CARTER MD
NPI 1720247133
Emergency Medicine in Washington, DC

Active since June 02, 2008PECOS Enrolled
89.55/100
CMS Quality Rating
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE, N.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20060(202) 865-6100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Alvin Carter Md NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD ALVIN CARTER MD (NPI 1720247133) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in District Of Columbia (MD037202) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720247133
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD ALVIN CARTERCredential: MD
Location AddressHOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE, N.W.Washington, DC 20060-0001
Mailing Address2024 Georgia Ave, Howard University HospitalWashington, DC 20001 · (202) 595-3223
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 2, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 2009
NPI 1720247133 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in DC · MD037202
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, Washington, DC 20060

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Richard Alvin Carter 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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
224 services198 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.
215 services181 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
113 services103 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
90 services80 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
25 services20 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20060 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

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.

89.55/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.45
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

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.

Internal Medicine
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Dentist (General Practice)
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Pediatrics
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVE
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Clinical Medical Laboratory
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Dermatology
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE N.W. STE 2107
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE, N.W. ROOM BB06
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Surgery
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVE NW DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY
WASHINGTON, DC 20060
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 2041 GEORGIA AVENUE, NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20060

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 Richard Carter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Carter is 1720247133. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2008.

Where is Richard Carter located?

Richard Carter practices at Howard University Hospital 2041 Georgia Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20060. The listed phone number is (202) 865-6100.

What is Richard Carter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Richard Carter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Carter is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Carter was last updated on January 5, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.