Christopher Wells, M.D.
NPI 1285618454 · Gastroenterology Physician · Panama City, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Wells, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Panama City, FL (NPI 1285618454).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285618454
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32871 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
4,173 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 | 1,070 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 724 | $88 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 524 | $71 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 378 | $163 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 301 | $147 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 282 | 146 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 147 | 144 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 95 | 48 |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 55 | — |
| Famotidine | 36 | 18 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 35 | 18 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$494 across 35 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
- 2005-12-01
- Last updated
- 2022-02-22
- Certified
- 2022-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Wells's NPI number?
- Christopher Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285618454, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Wells's specialty?
- Christopher Wells is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Wells located?
- Christopher Wells's practice location on file with NPPES is 204 E 19th St, Panama City, FL 32405-4707.
- What is Christopher Wells's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Wells is (850) 763-5409.
- Does Christopher Wells accept Medicare?
- Christopher Wells is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Wells's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Wells's NPI (1285618454) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.