Kristen Erickstad, MD
NPI 1972894616 · Rheumatology Physician · Longview, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristen Erickstad, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Longview, TX (NPI 1972894616).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972894616
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q7551 (TX)
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
15 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
5,880 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 | 702 | $124 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 685 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 582 | $10 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 519 | $5 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 516 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 469 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 674 | 178 |
| Prednisone | 494 | 149 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 477 | 126 |
| Sulfasalazine | 233 | 65 |
| Gabapentin | 209 | 49 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 176 | 44 |
| Pregabalin | 171 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,281 across 78 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
- 2011-04-28
- Last updated
- 2019-09-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristen Erickstad's NPI number?
- Kristen Erickstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972894616, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristen Erickstad's specialty?
- Kristen Erickstad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristen Erickstad located?
- Kristen Erickstad's practice location on file with NPPES is 709 Hollybrook Dr Ste 4500, Longview, TX 75605-2412.
- What is Kristen Erickstad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristen Erickstad is (903) 757-6042.
- Does Kristen Erickstad accept Medicare?
- Kristen Erickstad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristen Erickstad's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristen Erickstad's NPI (1972894616) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.