Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carolyn Christenson, OTR
Occupational Therapist (CMS: Occupational Therapist in Private Practice) · Arcata, CA
- NPI 1689657561
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Female
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1125 16Th St, Ste 212
Arcata, CA 955215585
(707) 822-7525
fax (707) 822-7539
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 11, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #1163
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689657561. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,993
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$54,946
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 898 | 54 | $22 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 718 | 63 | $25 | |
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 239 | 52 | $38 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 72 | 30 | $31 | |
97166 |
Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 45 minutes | 44 | 44 | $104 | |
97168 |
Re-evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes | 22 | 14 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 332. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carolyn Christenson's medical specialty?
Dr. Carolyn Christenson practices Occupational Therapist in Arcata, CA.
Where does Dr. Carolyn Christenson practice?
Dr. Carolyn Christenson practices at 1125 16Th St, Arcata, CA 955215585. Office phone: 7078227525.
What is Dr. Carolyn Christenson's NPI?
Dr. Carolyn Christenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689657561, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carolyn Christenson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carolyn Christenson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carolyn Christenson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.