Eric Christensen, MD
NPI 1962478503 · Otolaryngology Physician · Kansas City, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Christensen, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Kansas City, MO (NPI 1962478503).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962478503
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R5N03 (MO)
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
1,469 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 570 | $87 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 158 | $27 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 150 | $108 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 126 | $176 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 121 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 117 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 640 | 163 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 365 | 120 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 304 | 89 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 260 | 74 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 245 | 43 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 241 | 76 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 99 | 65 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$596 across 30 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
- 2006-02-24
- Last updated
- 2011-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Christensen's NPI number?
- Eric Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962478503, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Christensen's specialty?
- Eric Christensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Christensen located?
- Eric Christensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 5330 N Oak Trfy, Kansas City, MO 64118-4699.
- What is Eric Christensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Christensen is (816) 454-0666.
- Does Eric Christensen accept Medicare?
- Eric Christensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Christensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Christensen's NPI (1962478503) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.