Lawrence S. Carter Jr., MD
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| Practice Type | Concierge |
| Doctors | Lawrence Carter MD, Internal Medicine |
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At Lawrence S. Carter Jr., MD, internal medicine and preventive care come together in a smaller, more personal practice in Hickory, NC. Dr. Lawrence Carter brings deep clinical expertise to each patient relationship. He focuses on anticipating health needs, not just responding to them. His clinical interests include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, lipid management, and hypothyroidism. Dr. Carter holds hospital affiliations at Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center. Members receive same-day or next-day appointments and direct access to Dr. Carter himself. He remains reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. The Wellness Program delivers comprehensive screenings, advanced testing, and a custom wellness plan for each member. Every visit means time with Dr. Carter directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The annual membership fee at Lawrence S. Carter Jr., MD - MDVIP is $2,100. Members can pay quarterly at $525, semi-annually at $1,050, or annually. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, including comprehensive screenings and a custom wellness plan.
The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive screenings, diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan. Dr. Carter uses this program to establish a detailed health baseline and build a proactive care strategy for each member.
Yes. The practice offers same-day and next-day appointments. Dr. Carter keeps his practice smaller than most primary care offices, which allows him to see patients quickly when they need care.
The practice accepts insurance for standard medical services such as sick visits, and will bill your insurance with applicable copays and deductibles. The annual MDVIP membership fee covers the Wellness Program and preventive services that insurance typically does not cover.
Yes. Every appointment at this practice means face time with Dr. Carter directly. He does not delegate patient visits to nurse practitioners or physician assistants.
Dr. Carter is reachable by phone after office hours and on weekends. Members have 24/7 phone access for urgent medical concerns. This level of availability is built into the MDVIP membership.
The practice serves adult patients. Dr. Carter focuses on internal medicine and manages chronic conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and lipid disorders.
Prospective patients can request a meeting with Dr. Carter to learn more before joining. You can contact the office at (828) 855-9560 or submit an inquiry through the MDVIP website. The practice is located at 21 18th Avenue NW in Hickory, NC.
Dr. Carter runs a smaller practice than most primary care offices. That size allows longer appointments, same-day availability, and consistent access to Dr. Carter himself. Members also receive the MDVIP Wellness Program and can reach Dr. Carter directly by phone at any hour.
Practice last updated June 8, 2026