Christopher Gay, M.D.
NPI 1881848240 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Fairbanks, AK
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Gay, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Fairbanks, AK (NPI 1881848240).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881848240
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 8188 (AK)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
1,414 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 | 424 | $164 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $133 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 81 | $71 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 80 | $181 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $114 |
| Remote Therapeutic Monitoring Treatment Management Services By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional, First 20 Minutes Per Calendar Month |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 79 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 67 | 16 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 45 | 11 |
| Methylprednisolone | 23 | 23 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 21 | — |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$477 across 8 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 (1)
- 3851 Piper StSuite U464Anchorage, AK 99508-6905Phone: (907) 339-4800Fax: (907) 339-4801
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-11-12
- Last updated
- 2024-07-29
- Certified
- 2024-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Gay's NPI number?
- Christopher Gay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881848240, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Gay's specialty?
- Christopher Gay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Gay located?
- Christopher Gay's practice location on file with NPPES is 1919 Lathrop St Ste 221, Fairbanks, AK 99701-5943.
- What is Christopher Gay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Gay is (907) 458-5638.
- Does Christopher Gay accept Medicare?
- Christopher Gay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Gay's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Gay's NPI (1881848240) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.