Dustin J Carter, MPAS, PA-C
Dustin J Carter is a Medical Physician Assistant based in Vidalia, GA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in medical, Dustin J Carter, MPAS, PA-C is a long-established medical physician assistant in Vidalia. Trained at Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 90% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5920dNPPES updated 2010-03-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 Maple Dr, Vidalia, GA 30474-8907
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 90% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202396.51/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Top 10% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.97%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
203
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
496
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,880
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $972k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
24 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363AM0700X
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Virtual Medical Care With Dustin J Carter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dustin J Carter for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Vidalia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dustin J Carter
Dr. Carter is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Vidalia, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (912) 537-9851.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
200 Maple Dr, Vidalia, GA 30474-8907
Mailing Address
200 Maple Dr, Vidalia, GA 30474-8907
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