Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christine Ward, D.O.
Geriatric Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Atlanta, GA
- NPI 1609119288
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 51.0 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1301 Hightower Trl Ste 150
Atlanta, GA 303502971
(404) 497-1830
fax (404) 497-1828
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 27, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0805X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #78345
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609119288. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,891
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$165,553
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 1,560 | 147 | $78 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 151 | 142 | $171 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 148 | 140 | $113 | |
99407 |
Smoking and tobacco use intensive counseling, more than 10 minutes | 19 | 18 | $25 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 13 | 13 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 204. This provider delivers 9.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$56
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $33.88 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 1 | $21.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,883
Patients
842
Total drug cost
$121,464
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 327 | 80 | $16,484 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 294 | 96 | $3,659 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 264 | 83 | $4,115 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 242 | 85 | $3,868 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 212 | 53 | $3,029 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 211 | 78 | $4,465 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 192 | 37 | $4,063 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 181 | 54 | $1,310 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 166 | 50 | $2,422 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 161 | 40 | $2,505 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christine Ward's medical specialty?
Dr. Christine Ward practices Geriatric Psychiatry Physician in Atlanta, GA.
Where does Dr. Christine Ward practice?
Dr. Christine Ward practices at 1301 Hightower Trl Ste 150, Atlanta, GA 303502971. Office phone: 4044971830.
What is Dr. Christine Ward's NPI?
Dr. Christine Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609119288, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christine Ward accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christine Ward accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christine Ward commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.