Christopher Girkin, MD
NPI 1891730073 · Ophthalmology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Girkin, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1891730073).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891730073
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18266 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
6 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
594 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 | 239 | $121 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 102 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 97 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 64 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 23 | $159 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 19 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 697 | 206 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 242 | 79 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 241 | 86 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 146 | 57 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 83 | 56 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 50 | 15 |
| Timolol Maleate | 48 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$323 across 5 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 (5)
- 700 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35233-1856Phone: (205) 325-8620
- 9415 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92093-1856Phone: (800) 926-8273Fax: (888) 539-8781
- 9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037-1300Phone: (800) 926-8273Fax: (888) 539-8781
- 9350 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037-1300Phone: (800) 926-8273Fax: (888) 539-8781
- 4060 4th Ave Ste 610San Diego, CA 92103-2144Phone: (800) 926-8273Fax: (888) 539-8781
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-19
- Last updated
- 2024-05-20
- Certified
- 2024-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Girkin's NPI number?
- Christopher Girkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891730073, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Girkin's specialty?
- Christopher Girkin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Girkin located?
- Christopher Girkin's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9000.
- What is Christopher Girkin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Girkin is (800) 926-8273.
- Does Christopher Girkin accept Medicare?
- Christopher Girkin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Girkin's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Girkin's NPI (1891730073) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.