Robert Christen, DO
NPI 1215919188 · Optometrist · Sistersville, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Christen, DO is a Optometrist provider in Sistersville, WV (NPI 1215919188).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215919188
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 1014-IOD (WV)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
838 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 310 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 169 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 108 | $118 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 50 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 46 | $52 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 40 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 297 | 53 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 105 | 27 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 91 | 14 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 58 | 48 |
| Timolol Maleate | 38 | — |
| Travoprost | 35 | — |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 28 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$149 across 3 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
- 2005-11-16
- Last updated
- 2026-01-28
- Certified
- 2026-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Christen's NPI number?
- Robert Christen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215919188, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Christen's specialty?
- Robert Christen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Robert Christen located?
- Robert Christen's practice location on file with NPPES is 624 Wells St, Sistersville, WV 26175-1324.
- What is Robert Christen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Christen is (304) 652-2459.
- Does Robert Christen accept Medicare?
- Robert Christen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Christen's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Christen's NPI (1215919188) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.