Ronald Kristensen, M.D.
NPI 1215948807 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Boise, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Kristensen, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Boise, ID (NPI 1215948807).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215948807
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M-6903 (ID)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
610 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 | 157 | $88 |
| Computer-Assisted Surgery for Muscle and Bone Procedure20985 | 153 | $128 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 110 | $1,144 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 57 | $123 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 40 | $50 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 536 | 311 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 487 | 285 |
| Amoxicillin | 402 | 312 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 278 | 241 |
| Omeprazole | 219 | 202 |
| Pregabalin | 212 | 174 |
| Cefadroxil | 79 | 77 |
| Clindamycin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,384 across 32 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
- 2006-08-10
- Last updated
- 2011-02-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Kristensen's NPI number?
- Ronald Kristensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215948807, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Kristensen's specialty?
- Ronald Kristensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Kristensen located?
- Ronald Kristensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 703 S Americana Blvd, Boise, ID 83702-5099.
- What is Ronald Kristensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Kristensen is (208) 323-2600.
- Does Ronald Kristensen accept Medicare?
- Ronald Kristensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Kristensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Kristensen's NPI (1215948807) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.