Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Faux, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Rancho Mirage, CA
- NPI 1831277433
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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72780 Country Club Dr, Suite 203
Rancho Mirage, CA 922704126
(760) 674-3847
fax (760) 674-3845
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 31, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G84758
- Medicaid
- CA #00G847580
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831277433. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
402
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$16,495
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 112 | 86 | $94 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 41 | 27 | $15 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 36 | 18 | $1 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 35 | 35 | $75 | |
87811 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) | 32 | 32 | $41 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 26 | 23 | $3 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 23 | 23 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 22 | 22 | $10 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 16 | 16 | $16 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 15 | 14 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in Rancho Mirage Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 129. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,136
Patients
1,068
Total drug cost
$28,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 199 | 190 | $2,687 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 169 | 164 | $628 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 151 | 141 | $409 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 123 | 119 | $1,210 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 92 | 87 | $729 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 69 | 63 | $144 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 49 | 46 | $665 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 47 | 43 | $415 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 40 | 39 | $285 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 39 | 37 | $176 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Faux's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Faux practices Family Medicine Physician in Rancho Mirage, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Faux practice?
Dr. Christopher Faux practices at 72780 Country Club Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 922704126. Office phone: 7606743847.
What is Dr. Christopher Faux's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Faux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831277433, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Faux accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Faux accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Faux commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle (HCPCS 96372); Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg (HCPCS J1885). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.