Christopher Paulson, M.D.
NPI 1265428171 · Family Medicine Physician · Fort Walton Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Paulson, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Fort Walton Beach, FL (NPI 1265428171).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265428171
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-067176-L (PA)
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
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
8,838 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,065 | $124 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 972 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 864 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 855 | $10 |
| 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 | 683 | $16 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 106 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 396 | 109 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 248 | 69 |
| Losartan Potassium | 246 | 74 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 216 | 59 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 173 | 48 |
| Lisinopril | 150 | 42 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,131 across 64 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
- 2005-09-26
- Last updated
- 2018-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Paulson's NPI number?
- Christopher Paulson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265428171, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Paulson's specialty?
- Christopher Paulson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Paulson located?
- Christopher Paulson's practice location on file with NPPES is 319 Green Acres Rd Ste 101, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547.
- What is Christopher Paulson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Paulson is (508) 243-7681.
- Does Christopher Paulson accept Medicare?
- Christopher Paulson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Paulson's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Paulson's NPI (1265428171) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.