Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Cross, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Fort Smith, AR
- NPI 1013170596
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6801 Rogers Ave
Fort Smith, AR 729034067
(479) 274-3200
fax (479) 274-3289
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E8507
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013170596. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,325
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$180,401
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 274 | 274 | $230 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 159 | 142 | $81 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 127 | 90 | $73 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 126 | 124 | $99 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 123 | 121 | $101 | |
43450 |
Dilation of esophagus | 104 | 102 | $36 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 83 | 80 | $160 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 60 | 59 | $164 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 35 | $112 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 41 | 41 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Fort Smith Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,683
Transactions
103
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 47 | $631.34 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 21 | $263.22 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 12 | $246.21 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 3 | $166.79 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 4 | $69.50 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 4 | $65.57 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $45.66 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $39.28 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $37.82 | |
| Celltrion USA INC. | 1 | $33.30 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $18.99 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $18.10 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $16.98 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 1 | $16.53 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $13.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,484
Patients
844
Total drug cost
$281,396
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 309 | 254 | $1,626 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 259 | 77 | $3,543 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 237 | 230 | $40,409 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 176 | 53 | $2,647 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 83 | 79 | $186 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 66 | 13 | $52,124 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 60 | 58 | $1,085 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 45 | 14 | $898 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 43 | 26 | $4,677 |
| Mesalamine ER (Mesalamine) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $8,227 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Cross's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Cross practices Gastroenterology Physician in Fort Smith, AR.
Where does Dr. Christopher Cross practice?
Dr. Christopher Cross practices at 6801 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 729034067. Office phone: 4792743200.
What is Dr. Christopher Cross's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013170596, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Cross accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Cross accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Cross commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.