Christopher Ricks, MD
NPI 1255727905 · Ophthalmology Physician · Provo, UT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Ricks, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Provo, UT (NPI 1255727905).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255727905
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 1014225-1205 (UT)
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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,327 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 | 358 | $118 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 173 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 160 | $458 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 133 | $140 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 105 | $83 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 100 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 313 | 79 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 272 | 192 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 90 | 75 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 82 | 22 |
| Timolol Maleate | 73 | 25 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 63 | 55 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 32 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$189 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1305 N Commerce Dr Ste 120Saratoga Springs, UT 84045-5309Phone: (801) 379-2929Fax: (801) 374-0163
- 325 W Center St Ste 201Spanish Fork, UT 84660-2000Phone: (801) 465-2575Fax: (801) 465-0629
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-09
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Ricks's NPI number?
- Christopher Ricks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255727905, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Ricks's specialty?
- Christopher Ricks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Ricks located?
- Christopher Ricks's practice location on file with NPPES is 1735 N State St, Provo, UT 84604-1010.
- What is Christopher Ricks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Ricks is (801) 374-1818.
- Does Christopher Ricks accept Medicare?
- Christopher Ricks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Ricks's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Ricks's NPI (1255727905) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.