Christine Thai, M.D.
NPI 1043224587 · Rheumatology Physician · Huntington Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Thai, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Huntington Beach, CA (NPI 1043224587).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043224587
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G64729 (CA)
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
19 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
2,030 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,090 | $138 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 204 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 200 | $31 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 190 | $149 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 178 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 114 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 90 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 350 | 76 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 301 | 70 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 277 | 66 |
| Gabapentin | 205 | 52 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 149 | 22 |
| Leflunomide | 125 | 29 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$693 across 43 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
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2014-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Thai's NPI number?
- Christine Thai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043224587, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Thai's specialty?
- Christine Thai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Thai located?
- Christine Thai's practice location on file with NPPES is 19582 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-2996.
- What is Christine Thai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Thai is (714) 378-2440.
- Does Christine Thai accept Medicare?
- Christine Thai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Thai's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Thai's NPI (1043224587) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.