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BETHANNE FONDREN CARSON PMHNP
NPI 1780931154
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Lake Charles, LA

Active since August 05, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
333 DOCTOR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR STE 220, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601(337) 478-9331(337) 478-9828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 19, 2024, Sep 30, 2021, Jul 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Bethanne Fondren Carson Pmhnp NPPES

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

BETHANNE FONDREN CARSON PMHNP (NPI 1780931154) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (AP09425) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780931154
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameBETHANNE FONDREN CARSONCredential: PMHNP
Location Address333 DOCTOR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR STE 220Lake Charles, LA 70601-5888
Mailing Address401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Ste 301Lake Charles, LA 70601-5864 · (337) 478-9828 · Fax (409) 899-9795
Phone(337) 478-9331
Fax(337) 478-9828
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJune 19, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1780931154 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · AP09425✔ Licensed in TX · AP122153
333 DOCTOR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR STE 220, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana and more.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Bethanne Fondren Carson Pmhnp 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 ID7416100888
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170914002181
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 Bethanne Carson reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Lake Area Psychiatry LLC
1.3 mi
Psychiatry
401 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR STE 301
Lake Charles, LA 70601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1164423570 (337) 478-9331

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 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 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.
495 services131 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
62 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
16 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190027
Location524 Dr Michael Debakey DriveLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70601 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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 Bethanne Carson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bethanne Carson is 1780931154. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2012.

Where is Bethanne Carson located?

Bethanne Carson practices at 333 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 220, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The listed phone number is (337) 478-9331.

What is Bethanne Carson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Bethanne Carson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bethanne Carson 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Bethanne Carson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bethanne Carson reassigns Medicare benefits to Lake Area Psychiatry LLC (Lake Charles, LA). 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 Bethanne Carson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bethanne Carson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Bethanne Carson 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.

Is Bethanne Carson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bethanne Carson is affiliated with Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bethanne Carson was last updated on June 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.