Christopher Adams, M.D.
NPI 1720039175 · Rheumatology Physician · Pensacola, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Adams, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Pensacola, FL (NPI 1720039175).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720039175
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME176921 (FL)
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
1,675 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 | 477 | $117 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 336 | $113 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 311 | $16 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 222 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 94 | $166 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 118 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 595 | 304 |
| Gabapentin | 352 | 171 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 342 | 173 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 306 | 120 |
| Prednisone | 286 | 156 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 285 | 136 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 171 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,949 across 172 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
- 2006-05-12
- Last updated
- 2026-02-20
- Certified
- 2026-02-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Adams's NPI number?
- Christopher Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720039175, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Adams's specialty?
- Christopher Adams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Adams located?
- Christopher Adams's practice location on file with NPPES is 5190 Bayou Blvd Ste 2, Pensacola, FL 32503-2162.
- What is Christopher Adams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Adams is (850) 746-0560.
- Does Christopher Adams accept Medicare?
- Christopher Adams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Adams's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Adams's NPI (1720039175) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.