Christopher Young, M. D.
NPI 1548254915 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Hot Springs, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Young, M. D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Hot Springs, AR (NPI 1548254915).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548254915
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E2305 (AR)
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
909 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 159 | $29 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 120 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $81 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 70 | $1,219 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 70 | $150 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 222 | 174 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 80 | 77 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 77 | 75 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 44 | 44 |
| Mupirocin | 27 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 22 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$83 across 2 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
- 2005-08-31
- Last updated
- 2016-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Young's NPI number?
- Christopher Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548254915, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Young's specialty?
- Christopher Young is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Young located?
- Christopher Young's practice location on file with NPPES is 1662 Higdon Ferry Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913-6999.
- What is Christopher Young's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Young is (501) 321-2663.
- Does Christopher Young accept Medicare?
- Christopher Young is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Young's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Young's NPI (1548254915) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.