Christopher Wood, M.D.
NPI 1508880469 · Ophthalmology Physician · Arlington Heights, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Wood, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Arlington Heights, IL (NPI 1508880469).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508880469
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036098011 (IL)
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
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
4,087 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 | 1,053 | $135 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 563 | $38 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 297 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 283 | $95 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 214 | $41 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 213 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 337 | 100 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 110 | 26 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 89 | 69 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 81 | 22 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 69 | 63 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 66 | 35 |
| Timolol Maleate | 47 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,527 across 37 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Wood's NPI number?
- Christopher Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508880469, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Wood's specialty?
- Christopher Wood is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Wood located?
- Christopher Wood's practice location on file with NPPES is 1588 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-3906.
- What is Christopher Wood's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Wood is (847) 392-9220.
- Does Christopher Wood accept Medicare?
- Christopher Wood is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Wood's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Wood's NPI (1508880469) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.