Christopher Short, M.D.
NPI 1689024382 · Family Medicine Physician · Manhattan, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Short, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Manhattan, KS (NPI 1689024382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689024382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018039700 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,660 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 426 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 370 | $118 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 362 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 324 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 303 | $83 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 274 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 87 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 192 | 59 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 180 | 67 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 128 | 48 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 113 | 43 |
| Losartan Potassium | 106 | 42 |
| Alprazolam | 99 | 18 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$783 across 54 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 (2)
- 4930 Overland Dr.Lawrence, KS 66049Phone: (785) 856-0708Fax: (785) 856-0709
- 6675 Holmes RdSuite 360Kansas City, MO 64131-1150Phone: (816) 276-7650Fax: (816) 276-7992
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-06-14
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Short's NPI number?
- Christopher Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689024382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Short's specialty?
- Christopher Short is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Short located?
- Christopher Short's practice location on file with NPPES is 4101 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503-7588.
- What is Christopher Short's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Short is (785) 587-4101.
- Does Christopher Short accept Medicare?
- Christopher Short is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Short's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Short's NPI (1689024382) 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.