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KRISTY CARTER, PA-C

Physician Assistant in RICHMOND, Indiana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
588
Medicare Part D claims · 205 beneficiaries · Physician Assistant avg: 790
Generic prescribing
97%
generic claims · 3% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$376.4
22 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

KRISTY CARTER, PA-C filed 588 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Physician Assistant in RICHMOND, Indiana, prescribing 97% generic.

588
Part D claims, 2023
97%
generic prescribing
$376.4
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

588 Top 34% higher than 66% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). This entry sits in this band. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about KRISTY CARTER, PA-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/12/2009

NPI 1386881456

Primary specialty

Physician Assistant

High-volume

149,975 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

588 26% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 790

Specialty distribution in Indiana

How Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Indiana providers

Indiana providers

Physician Assistant share within Indiana

1. Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Physician Assistant share within Indiana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Physician Assistant (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Physician Assistant ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

KRISTY CARTER, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 1434 CHESTER BLVD, RICHMOND, IN, 47374, with a listed phone of (765) 966-1600. NPI 1386881456 was issued on 01/12/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CARTER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 588 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 205 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $10K in drug spend, split 3% brand-name and 97% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 8.2%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Physician Assistant is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 149,975 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 790 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1434 CHESTER BLVD
RICHMOND, IN 47374

Provider Details

NPI 1386881456
Specialty Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 01/12/2009

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KRISTY CARTER, PA-C bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

REID PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES INC
RICHMOND, IN

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for KRISTY CARTER, PA-C. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$376

Largest payer

Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

KRISTY CARTER, PA-C — brand share 3.0%
Specialty average (est.)

3% brand-name claims vs 97% generic, on 588 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

588
Total Claims
$10K
Total Drug Cost
205
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
919
Total Day Supply
22,505
Brand vs Generic
3% brand / 97% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$1K
Generic Drug Cost
$9K
Opioid Claims
48 (8.2% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
48

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.42
Gender Split
63% female / 37% male
Age Distribution
<65: 50, 65-74: 85, 75-84: 49, 85+: 21

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What KRISTY CARTER, PA-C prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Fluticasone Propionate
138
Azelastine Hcl
49
Omeprazole
48
Levothyroxine Sodium
39
Montelukast Sodium
38
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
30
Cefuroxime
Cefuroxime Axetil
28
Ipratropium Bromide
27
Promethazine Hcl
26
Mupirocin
23

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Physician Assistant Overview

How KRISTY CARTER, PA-C fits within the Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

149,975
Physician Assistant Providers in US
56
States with Physician Assistant
790
Avg Claims per Provider

KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's 588 claims are below the specialty average of 790.

Nearby Physician Assistant Providers in Indiana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Indiana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CARTER.

Compare Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's specialty?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C specializes in Physician Assistant and practices in RICHMOND, Indiana. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does KRISTY CARTER, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KRISTY CARTER, PA-C wrote 588 Medicare Part D claims totaling $10K in drug costs for 205 beneficiaries.
Where is KRISTY CARTER, PA-C located?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C is located at 1434 CHESTER BLVD, RICHMOND, IN, 47374. Phone: (765) 966-1600.
What is KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's NPI number?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386881456, issued on 01/12/2009.
Does KRISTY CARTER, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's prescribing is 3% brand-name and 97% generic drugs by claim count, with $1K in brand drug costs.
Does KRISTY CARTER, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, KRISTY CARTER, PA-C had 48 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 8.2%.
How many Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 149,975 Physician Assistant providers across 56 states in the US. The average Physician Assistant provider writes 790 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KRISTY CARTER, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Fluticasone Propionate, Azelastine Hcl, Omeprazole. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KRISTY CARTER, PA-C accept Medicare?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 588 Part D claims and 205 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's credentials?
KRISTY CARTER, PA-C's NPI is 1386881456 with credentials PA-C. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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