Christopher Vije, MD
NPI 1316009525 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Vije, MD is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1316009525).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316009525
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- N6088 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
4,004 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 | 1,168 | $128 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 286 | $12 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 261 | $51 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 175 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Spine, 1 View72020 | 170 | $24 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 86 | 38 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 80 | — |
| Cephalexin | 52 | 37 |
| Oxycodone Myristatebrand: Xtampza Er | 45 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | — |
| Gabapentin | 38 | 19 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,343 across 139 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
- 2006-12-14
- Last updated
- 2022-03-14
- Certified
- 2022-03-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Vije's NPI number?
- Christopher Vije's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316009525, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Vije's specialty?
- Christopher Vije is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Vije located?
- Christopher Vije's practice location on file with NPPES is 14425 Falconhead Blvd, Austin, TX 78738.
- What is Christopher Vije's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Vije is (512) 534-5039.
- Does Christopher Vije accept Medicare?
- Christopher Vije is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Vije's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Vije's NPI (1316009525) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.