Christopher Adams, M.D.
NPI 1336301563 · Urology Physician · Mason City, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Adams, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Mason City, IA (NPI 1336301563).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336301563
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R-8455 (IA)
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
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
2,091 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 284 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 250 | $90 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 209 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 199 | $84 |
| 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 | 196 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 842 | 216 |
| Finasteride | 771 | 212 |
| Cephalexin | 290 | 97 |
| Trimethoprim | 170 | 26 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 161 | 20 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 151 | 22 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 140 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$213 across 9 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)
- 200 Hawkins DrDepartment of UrologyIowa City, IA 52242-1009Phone: (319) 356-2421Fax: (319) 356-3900
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-29
- Last updated
- 2020-07-01
- Certified
- 2020-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Adams's NPI number?
- Christopher Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336301563, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Adams's specialty?
- Christopher Adams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Adams located?
- Christopher Adams's practice location on file with NPPES is 250 S Crescent Dr, Mason City, IA 50401-2926.
- What is Christopher Adams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Adams is (641) 494-5280.
- Does Christopher Adams accept Medicare?
- Christopher Adams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Adams's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Adams's NPI (1336301563) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.