Christopher Parks, M.D.
NPI 1194043521 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Parks, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1194043521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194043521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 31562 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
4,942 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 991 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 961 | $61 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 538 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 413 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 341 | $116 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 306 | $29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 302 | 152 |
| Meloxicam | 236 | 104 |
| Amoxicillin | 114 | 106 |
| Methylprednisolone | 105 | 99 |
| Mupirocin | 85 | 81 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 59 | 54 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 53 | 47 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$270 across 6 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
- 2010-05-10
- Last updated
- 2024-05-10
- Certified
- 2024-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Parks's NPI number?
- Christopher Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194043521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Parks's specialty?
- Christopher Parks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Parks located?
- Christopher Parks's practice location on file with NPPES is 927 Franklin St Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-4306.
- What is Christopher Parks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Parks is (256) 539-2728.
- Does Christopher Parks accept Medicare?
- Christopher Parks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Parks's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Parks's NPI (1194043521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.