Christopher Tepera, M.D.
NPI 1194980565 · Urology Physician · Gig Harbor, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Tepera, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Gig Harbor, WA (NPI 1194980565).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194980565
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD61230923 (WA)
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
17 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
1,865 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 | 370 | $127 |
| 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'SG2211 | 350 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 263 | $89 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 257 | $3 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 153 | $164 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 381 | 150 |
| Trospium Chloride | 166 | 59 |
| Finasteride | 150 | 49 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 128 | 32 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 89 | 25 |
| Cephalexin | 39 | 25 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 35 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 4 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
- 2008-07-24
- Last updated
- 2022-09-21
- Certified
- 2022-09-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Tepera's NPI number?
- Christopher Tepera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194980565, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Tepera's specialty?
- Christopher Tepera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Tepera located?
- Christopher Tepera's practice location on file with NPPES is 11511 Canterwood Blvd Ste 208, Gig Harbor, WA 98332-5818.
- What is Christopher Tepera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Tepera is (253) 853-2590.
- Does Christopher Tepera accept Medicare?
- Christopher Tepera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Tepera's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Tepera's NPI (1194980565) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.