Christopher Wright, MD
NPI 1356571087 · Rheumatology Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Wright, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1356571087).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356571087
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P0943 (TX)
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
16 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
5,662 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 660 | $10 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 656 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 624 | $126 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 581 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 559 | $8 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 460 | 179 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 389 | 129 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 353 | 134 |
| Leflunomide | 210 | 73 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 191 | 38 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 131 | 23 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,185 across 102 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
- 2009-07-15
- Last updated
- 2025-11-21
- Certified
- 2025-11-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Wright's NPI number?
- Christopher Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356571087, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Wright's specialty?
- Christopher Wright is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Wright located?
- Christopher Wright's practice location on file with NPPES is 8144 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 800, Dallas, TX 75231-4345.
- What is Christopher Wright's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Wright is (214) 540-0700.
- Does Christopher Wright accept Medicare?
- Christopher Wright is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Wright's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Wright's NPI (1356571087) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.