Richard Owen Carpenter, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Richard Owen Carpenter is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Roswell, GA with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEUROPSYCHIATRY
Patients across GA can see Richard Owen Carpenter, M.D. in person in Roswell or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have depression, mood disorders, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 57% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1701dNPPES updated 2021-09-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
987 Canton St Bldg 14, Roswell, GA 30075-4240
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.11%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
120
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
246
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,191
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $763k
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 Depression, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-26%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.42 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Sep 24, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1983)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Richard Owen Carpenter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Owen Carpenter for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Roswell 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 Richard Owen Carpenter
Dr. Carpenter is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Roswell, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 420-2697.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Owen Carpenter
Practice Location
987 Canton St Bldg 14, Roswell, GA 30075-4240
Mailing Address
987 Canton St Bldg 14, Roswell, GA 30075-4240
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