Christopher Hulburd, M.D.
NPI 1437199916 · Ophthalmology Physician · San Luis Obispo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Hulburd, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in San Luis Obispo, CA (NPI 1437199916).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437199916
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G59812 (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
2,972 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 655 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 632 | $132 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 487 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 302 | $94 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 290 | $20 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 118 | $34 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 357 | 95 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 124 | 40 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 105 | 71 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 105 | 85 |
| Fluorometholone | 88 | 58 |
| Ofloxacin | 79 | 56 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 69 | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$133 across 3 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
- 2006-06-06
- Last updated
- 2017-01-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Hulburd's NPI number?
- Christopher Hulburd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437199916, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Hulburd's specialty?
- Christopher Hulburd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Hulburd located?
- Christopher Hulburd's practice location on file with NPPES is 3855 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.
- What is Christopher Hulburd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Hulburd is (805) 545-7881.
- Does Christopher Hulburd accept Medicare?
- Christopher Hulburd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Hulburd's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Hulburd's NPI (1437199916) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.