Scott Christensen, M.D.
NPI 1316923899 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Christensen, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1316923899).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316923899
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G074541 (CA)
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
987 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 375 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 255 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 207 | $99 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 66 | $184 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 25 | $79 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 111 | 34 |
| Letrozole | 71 | 22 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 40 | — |
| Ribociclib Succinatebrand: Kisqali | 37 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 33 | — |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 32 | — |
| Oxycodone Hclbrand: Oxycontin | 28 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$54,898 across 38 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
- 2005-12-16
- Last updated
- 2019-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Christensen's NPI number?
- Scott Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316923899, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Christensen's specialty?
- Scott Christensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Christensen located?
- Scott Christensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 2279 45th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229.
- What is Scott Christensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Christensen is (916) 734-5959.
- Does Scott Christensen accept Medicare?
- Scott Christensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Christensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Christensen's NPI (1316923899) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.