George Papachristou, M.D.
NPI 1003077975 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hershey, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Papachristou, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hershey, PA (NPI 1003077975).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003077975
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD448945 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
871 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 184 | $71 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 178 | $20 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 160 | $25 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 142 | $47 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 45 | $89 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 37 | $28 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 494 | 160 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 204 | 63 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 197 | 134 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 194 | 63 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 181 | 116 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 156 | 108 |
| Timolol Maleate | 141 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,514 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-23
- Last updated
- 2015-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Papachristou's NPI number?
- George Papachristou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003077975, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Papachristou's specialty?
- George Papachristou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Papachristou located?
- George Papachristou's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 University Drive, Hu19, Hershey, PA 17033-2360.
- What is George Papachristou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Papachristou is (717) 531-8783.
- Does George Papachristou accept Medicare?
- George Papachristou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Papachristou's NPI active?
- Yes — George Papachristou's NPI (1003077975) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.