David Christian, M.D.
NPI 1154353951 · Family Medicine Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Christian, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1154353951).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154353951
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A77665 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
36 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 21 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 15 | $125 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $88–$125 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 270 | 84 |
| Metformin Hcl | 141 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 120 | 33 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 118 | 32 |
| Lisinopril | 102 | 30 |
| Omeprazole | 96 | 32 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2025-11-19
- Certified
- 2025-11-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Christian's NPI number?
- David Christian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154353951, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Christian's specialty?
- David Christian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Christian located?
- David Christian's practice location on file with NPPES is 8501 Brimhall Rd Ste 300, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2256.
- What is David Christian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Christian is (661) 387-6000.
- Does David Christian accept Medicare?
- David Christian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Christian's NPI active?
- Yes — David Christian's NPI (1154353951) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.