Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Ives, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Fairhope, AL
- NPI 1477654010
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 89.7 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3 Medical Park Drive
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-8804
fax (251) 990-9379
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #00017941
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477654010. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
701
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$99,447
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 104 | 94 | $83 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 100 | 100 | $152 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 93 | 93 | $233 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 84 | 76 | $117 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 60 | 60 | $169 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 44 | 41 | $87 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 44 | 42 | $148 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 40 | 40 | $170 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $102 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 37 | 37 | $85 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$498
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $205.89 | |
| Axonics, Inc. | 1 | $93.01 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 3 | $77.82 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 3 | $55.15 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $35.12 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $18.14 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 1 | $13.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,181
Patients
620
Total drug cost
$103,670
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 456 | 150 | $6,242 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 193 | 193 | $15,586 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 129 | 129 | $22,924 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 78 | 23 | $1,371 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 76 | 25 | $5,434 |
| Peg3350-Sod Sul-Nacl-Kcl-Asb-C (Peg3350/Sod Sul/Nacl/Kcl/Asb/C) | Brand | 58 | 58 | $5,014 |
| Suprep (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $3,530 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 27 | 0 | $10,782 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 26 | 0 | $362 |
| Colesevelam Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $4,497 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Ives's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Ives practices Gastroenterology Physician in Fairhope, AL.
Where does Dr. Christopher Ives practice?
Dr. Christopher Ives practices at 3 Medical Park Drive, Fairhope, AL 36532. Office phone: 2519288804.
What is Dr. Christopher Ives's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Ives's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477654010, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Ives accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Ives accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Ives commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.