Seth Christensen, D.O.
NPI 1831537414 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Seth Christensen, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1831537414).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831537414
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U1878 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
645 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 | 144 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $63 |
| Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Operation Using Imaging Guidance0055T | 60 | $220 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 59 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 57 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 227 | 112 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 173 | 93 |
| Mupirocin | 145 | 128 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 105 | 59 |
| Meloxicam | 69 | 44 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 49 | 33 |
| Cefadroxil | 48 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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)
- 8591 S Broadway AveTyler, TX 75703-5470Phone: (903) 606-8840
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-06-05
- Last updated
- 2023-06-09
- Certified
- 2023-06-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Seth Christensen's NPI number?
- Seth Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831537414, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Seth Christensen's specialty?
- Seth Christensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Seth Christensen located?
- Seth Christensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 18444 N 25th Ave Ste 310, Phoenix, AZ 85023-1266.
- What is Seth Christensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Seth Christensen is (866) 974-2673.
- Does Seth Christensen accept Medicare?
- Seth Christensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Seth Christensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Seth Christensen's NPI (1831537414) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.