Michael Christensen, MD
NPI 1851956700 · Ophthalmology Physician · Provo, UT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Christensen, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Provo, UT (NPI 1851956700).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851956700
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13459832-1205 (UT)
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
7 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
852 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 251 | $118 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 142 | $84 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 130 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 82 | $139 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 76 | $36 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 41 | $506 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 69 | 49 |
| Ofloxacin | 44 | 31 |
| Latanoprost | 36 | 16 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 33 | 23 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 21 | 19 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 18 | 13 |
| Cysteamine Hclbrand: Cystadrops | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$50 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
- 2019-05-07
- Last updated
- 2023-08-17
- Certified
- 2023-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Christensen's NPI number?
- Michael Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851956700, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Christensen's specialty?
- Michael Christensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Christensen located?
- Michael Christensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1055 N 300 W Ste 204, Provo, UT 84604-3374.
- What is Michael Christensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Christensen is (801) 357-7373.
- Does Michael Christensen accept Medicare?
- Michael Christensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Christensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Christensen's NPI (1851956700) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.