Christopher Huot, M.D.
NPI 1740217991 · Ophthalmology Physician · Rapid City, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Huot, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Rapid City, SD (NPI 1740217991).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740217991
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9540 (SD)
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
4,527 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 778 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 563 | $311 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 504 | $113 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 454 | $39 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 372 | $86 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 298 | $122 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 431 | 90 |
| Timolol Maleate | 131 | 27 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 71 | 62 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 69 | 12 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 68 | 59 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 46 | 16 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 29 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$145 across 7 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
- 2006-06-26
- Last updated
- 2022-04-05
- Certified
- 2022-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Huot's NPI number?
- Christopher Huot's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740217991, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Huot's specialty?
- Christopher Huot is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Huot located?
- Christopher Huot's practice location on file with NPPES is 240 Minnesota St, Rapid City, SD 57701-6200.
- What is Christopher Huot's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Huot is (605) 719-9499.
- Does Christopher Huot accept Medicare?
- Christopher Huot is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Huot's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Huot's NPI (1740217991) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.