Christine Elias, M.D.
NPI 1972732600 · Rheumatology Physician · Fremont, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Elias, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Fremont, CA (NPI 1972732600).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972732600
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A117365 (CA)
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
16 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
915 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 | 459 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 239 | $186 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 51 | $247 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 47 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 37 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 290 | 91 |
| Gabapentin | 277 | 100 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 216 | 64 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 205 | 67 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 171 | 69 |
| Pregabalin | 113 | 32 |
| Sulfasalazine | 83 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,163 across 107 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)
- 3775 Beacon Ave Ste 100Fremont, CA 94538-1466Phone: (510) 791-1300Fax: (510) 791-1301
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-02
- Last updated
- 2018-12-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Elias's NPI number?
- Christine Elias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972732600, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Elias's specialty?
- Christine Elias is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Elias located?
- Christine Elias's practice location on file with NPPES is 2333 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA 94538-1626.
- What is Christine Elias's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Elias is (510) 796-0222.
- Does Christine Elias accept Medicare?
- Christine Elias is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Elias's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Elias's NPI (1972732600) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-12-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.