Christopher Henderson, MD
NPI 1528249489 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Dickson City, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Henderson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Dickson City, PA (NPI 1528249489).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528249489
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD439809 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
1,551 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 | 279 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 263 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 222 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 178 | $157 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 127 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 47 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 150 | 140 |
| Methylprednisolone | 122 | 84 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 109 | 89 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 82 | 51 |
| Gabapentin | 70 | 46 |
| Methocarbamol | 38 | 24 |
| Meloxicam | 35 | 18 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,031 across 19 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)
- 1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 110Allentown, PA 18103-6224Phone: (610) 402-8900Fax: (610) 402-5656
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-20
- Last updated
- 2023-12-20
- Certified
- 2023-12-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Henderson's NPI number?
- Christopher Henderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528249489, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Henderson's specialty?
- Christopher Henderson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Henderson located?
- Christopher Henderson's practice location on file with NPPES is 334 Main St, Dickson City, PA 18519-1668.
- What is Christopher Henderson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Henderson is (570) 307-1767.
- Does Christopher Henderson accept Medicare?
- Christopher Henderson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Henderson's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Henderson's NPI (1528249489) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.