Matthew Lehn Carnes, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Matthew Lehn Carnes is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Fairhope, AL with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 26 years in internal medicine, Matthew Lehn Carnes, MD is a long-established gastroenterologist in Fairhope. A University of South Alabama College of Medicine graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 96.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 977dNPPES updated 2023-09-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
21950 State Highway 181, Fairhope, AL 36532-4393
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in Alabama on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.57/100
Alabama avg: 81.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlabamaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.3%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
276
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
346
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,005
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $228k
Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
70 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Matthew Lehn Carnes's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 18, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of South Alabama College of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
Po Box 746450, Atlanta, GA 30374-6450
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030016
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Matthew Lehn Carnes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Matthew Lehn Carnes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fairhope 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 Matthew Lehn Carnes
Dr. Carnes is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fairhope, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (251) 550-5555.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Matthew Lehn Carnes
Practice Location
21950 State Highway 181, Fairhope, AL 36532-4393
Mailing Address
Po Box 746450, Atlanta, GA 30374-6450
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