Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter
Dr. Ellen P. Carter
Last updated: Aug 16, 2013

Dr. Ellen P. Carter

  • Gender: Female
  • Sole propriator: Yes
  • NPI: 1538263132

Dr. Ellen P. Carter DDS

Orthodontist

She is located at 5180 Park Avenue Ste #260 in Memphis, TN 38119. Can help patients with the following: Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Malocclusion, Lingual Braces, Oral Cancer Examination, Teeth Grinding, Traumatic Dental Injury. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538263132. Appointment can be made via the phone number (901) 683-5827. She is affiliated with 2 practices.

Conditions treated

Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter, being an orthodontist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Ellen P. Carter.

  • Abscessed Tooth
  • Bleeding Gums
  • Braces
  • Cavity
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Crowns and Caps
  • Dental Emergency
  • Dental Exam and Cleaning
  • Dental Fillings and Repairs
  • Dental Implants
  • Dental Malocclusion
  • Dentin Hypersensitivity
  • Dentures
  • Gum Disease / Gingivitis
  • Invisalign
  • Laser
  • Lingual Braces
  • Loose Tooth
  • Oral Cancer Examination
  • Orthodontic Retainer
  • Palatal Expansion
  • Pericoronitis
  • Smile Makeover
  • Stained Teeth
  • Teeth Grinding
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Toothache
  • Traumatic Dental Injury
  • Veneers

ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks

Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Ellen P. Carter as in-network for the following 2026 plans.

Dental plans

BEST Life

Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

BEST Life plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Superior Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients

Cigna Healthcare

Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Cigna Healthcare plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Cigna Dental Family + Pediatric PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Cigna Dental Pediatric PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

DentaQuest Insurance Company Inc- TN

Network data as of Oct 10, 2025, as reported by the insurer.

DentaQuest Insurance Company Inc- TN plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
DentaQuest EPO Pediatric High EPO · High Null Accepting new patients
DentaQuest EPO Family High EPO · High Null Accepting new patients
DentaQuest EPO Family Low EPO · Low Null Accepting new patients

EMI Health

Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

EMI Health plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
EMI Health Advantage Co-Pay PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Advantage PPO PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Premier PPO (High) PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Premier PPO (Low) PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

Humana

Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Humana plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - High PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

UnitedHealthcare

Network data as of Dec 12, 2024, as reported by the insurer.

UnitedHealthcare plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Smile Now Tennessee - No Waiting Period PPO PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients

This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Ellen P. Carter is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.

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Additional Specialities

  • Dentist

Affiliated practices

Dentalworks DR. Dietz & Associates (Park Avenue)
5180 Park Avenue
Memphis, 38119 TN
(901) 763-0850
Quinton C Robinson III DDS MS
5180 Park Avenue
Memphis, 38119 TN
(901) 683-6770

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Questions & Answers

Where can you meet with Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter?

Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter's office is located at 5180 Park Avenue Ste #260 in Memphis, TN 38119.

Does Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter have affiliation with practices?

Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter is affiliated with Dentalworks DR. Dietz & Associates (Park Avenue). For the full list of practices see this list.

Does Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter accept patients with Cigna Healthcare?

Yes, Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter is listed in-network for Cigna Healthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.

What conditions does Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter treat?

Dr. Ellen Phyllis Carter provides treatment for Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Malocclusion, Lingual Braces, Oral Cancer Examination, Teeth Grinding, Traumatic Dental Injury. For the full list see this list.