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Dr. Christopher Tems, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Aurora, CO
- NPI 1366704447
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 4 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1501 S Potomac St
Aurora, CO 80012
(303) 695-2628
fax (303) 306-7753 - Additional location
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3400 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 191044206
(215) 662-6305 - Mailing address
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Po Box 172328
Denver, CO 802172328
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 29, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- Colorado #CDRH.0058756 · Delaware #C-0012011 · New York #9312157 · Pennsylvania #MD451912
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366704447. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
325
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$55,193
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 157 | 154 | $172 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 91 | 90 | $210 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 77 | 76 | $117 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 75 peers in Aurora Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 49. This provider delivers 6.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
53
Patients
53
Total drug cost
$244
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $101 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 14 | 14 | $51 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 13 | 13 | $67 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $25 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Tems's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Tems practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Aurora, CO.
Where does Dr. Christopher Tems practice?
Dr. Christopher Tems practices at 1501 S Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012. Office phone: 3036952628.
What is Dr. Christopher Tems's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Tems's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366704447, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Tems accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Tems accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Tems commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.