Christian Powell
NPI 1134310006 · Rheumatology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christian Powell is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1134310006).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134310006
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A108605 (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
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
4,286 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 | 1,362 | $135 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 1,217 | $15 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 347 | $70 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 342 | $21 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 174 | $31 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 349 | 77 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 316 | 74 |
| Prednisone | 189 | 66 |
| Celecoxib | 185 | 76 |
| Allopurinol | 173 | 49 |
| Colchicine | 98 | 35 |
| Gabapentin | 95 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,692 across 92 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
- 2007-08-06
- Last updated
- 2011-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christian Powell's NPI number?
- Christian Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134310006, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christian Powell's specialty?
- Christian Powell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christian Powell located?
- Christian Powell's practice location on file with NPPES is 215 Pesetas Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93110-1416.
- What is Christian Powell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christian Powell is (805) 681-1761.
- Does Christian Powell accept Medicare?
- Christian Powell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christian Powell's NPI active?
- Yes — Christian Powell's NPI (1134310006) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.