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STEVEN CARTER, DMD

General Practice Dentistry in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. 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
137
Medicare Part D claims · 67 beneficiaries · General Practice Dentistry avg: 82
What the federal data reveals: STEVEN CARTER, DMD is a General Practice Dentistry ([object Object]) practicing in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 137 claims across 67 beneficiaries .

What the federal data shows

STEVEN CARTER, DMD filed 137 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a General Practice Dentistry in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama.

137
Part D claims, 2023

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STEVEN CARTER, DMD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/27/2006

NPI 1487678892

Primary specialty

General Practice Dentistry

High-volume

121,627 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

137 67% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 82

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How General Practice Dentistry compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

General Practice Dentistry share within Alabama

1. General Practice Dentistry42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
General Practice Dentistry share within Alabama

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — General Practice Dentistry (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
General Practice Dentistry ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (General Practice Dentistry) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (General Practice Dentistry) — 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.

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STEVEN CARTER, DMD is a General Practice Dentistry provider practicing in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DMD. NPI: 1487678892. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

STEVEN CARTER, DMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a General Practice Dentistry provider holding DMD credentials at 1400 6TH AVENUE SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35233, with a listed phone of (205) 933-9110. NPI 1487678892 was issued on 07/27/2006. 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 137 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 67 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $577 in drug spend, with an opioid prescribing rate of 21.9%. 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.

General Practice Dentistry is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 121,627 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 82 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

1400 6TH AVENUE SOUTH
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Provider Details

NPI 1487678892
Specialty General Practice Dentistry
Credentials DMD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/27/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

137
Total Claims
$577
Total Drug Cost
67
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
137
Total Day Supply
773
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$577
Opioid Claims
30 (21.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
104

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.99
Gender Split
54% female / 46% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Amoxicillin
63
Cephalexin
33
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
23

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

General Practice Dentistry Overview

How STEVEN CARTER, DMD fits within the General Practice Dentistry landscape nationally.

121,627
General Practice Dentistry Providers in US
56
States with General Practice Dentistry
82
Avg Claims per Provider

STEVEN CARTER, DMD's 137 claims are above the specialty average of 82.

Nearby General Practice Dentistry Providers in Alabama

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

Compare General Practice Dentistry nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN CARTER, DMD's specialty?
STEVEN CARTER, DMD specializes in General Practice Dentistry and practices in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. Credentials: DMD.
How much does STEVEN CARTER, DMD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN CARTER, DMD wrote 137 Medicare Part D claims totaling $577 in drug costs for 67 beneficiaries.
Where is STEVEN CARTER, DMD located?
STEVEN CARTER, DMD is located at 1400 6TH AVENUE SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35233. Phone: (205) 933-9110.
What is STEVEN CARTER, DMD's NPI number?
STEVEN CARTER, DMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487678892, issued on 07/27/2006.
Does STEVEN CARTER, DMD prescribe opioids?
Yes, STEVEN CARTER, DMD had 30 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 21.9%.
How many General Practice Dentistry providers are there in the US?
There are 121,627 General Practice Dentistry providers across 56 states in the US. The average General Practice Dentistry provider writes 82 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does STEVEN CARTER, DMD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN CARTER, DMD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amoxicillin, Cephalexin, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN CARTER, DMD accept Medicare?
STEVEN CARTER, DMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 137 Part D claims and 67 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN CARTER, DMD's credentials?
STEVEN CARTER, DMD's NPI is 1487678892 with credentials DMD. 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.

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

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