Gerson Criste, MD
NPI 1265698260 · Pain Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Carbondale, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerson Criste, MD is a Pain Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician provider in Carbondale, IL (NPI 1265698260).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265698260
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036120557 (IL)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,816 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 229 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 218 | $122 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 160 | $273 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 155 | $123 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 154 | $84 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 55 | 24 |
| Pregabalin | 27 | — |
| Cephalexin | 25 | 24 |
| Gabapentin | 24 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 20 | — |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 15 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 14 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$457 across 24 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 (1)
- 2601 W Main StCarbondale, IL 62901-1031Phone: (618) 351-7300Fax: (618) 457-7890
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-30
- Last updated
- 2024-05-21
- Certified
- 2024-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerson Criste's NPI number?
- Gerson Criste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265698260, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerson Criste's specialty?
- Gerson Criste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerson Criste located?
- Gerson Criste's practice location on file with NPPES is 1390 Hope Dr, Carbondale, IL 62901-5306.
- What is Gerson Criste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerson Criste is (618) 351-4972.
- Does Gerson Criste accept Medicare?
- Gerson Criste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerson Criste's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerson Criste's NPI (1265698260) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.