Christopher Morris, MD
NPI 1295831733 · Rheumatology Physician · Kingsport, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Morris, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Kingsport, TN (NPI 1295831733).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295831733
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD0000024219 (TN)
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
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
4,491 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 | 1,797 | $116 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 652 | $9 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 625 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 253 | $83 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Joint76881 | 218 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 589 | 198 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 524 | 207 |
| Prednisone | 466 | 142 |
| Gabapentin | 251 | 65 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 207 | 43 |
| Folic Acid | 163 | 61 |
| Celecoxib | 152 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,760 across 174 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
- 2006-09-15
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
- Certified
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Morris's NPI number?
- Christopher Morris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295831733, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Morris's specialty?
- Christopher Morris is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Morris located?
- Christopher Morris's practice location on file with NPPES is Three Sheridan Square, Kingsport, TN 37660.
- What is Christopher Morris's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Morris is (423) 392-6840.
- Does Christopher Morris accept Medicare?
- Christopher Morris is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Morris's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Morris's NPI (1295831733) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.