Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1255564290
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.1 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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2416 Regency RD
Lexington, KY 405032954
(859) 278-1316
fax (859) 276-3847 - Additional location
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110 Hardin Ln Ste 4
Somerset, KY 425033818 - Additional location
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280 Pasadena Dr
Lexington, KY 405032925 - Mailing address
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280 Pasadena Dr
Lexington, KY 405032925
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 17, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #42977
- Medicaid
- KY #7100092950
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1255564290. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,411
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$342,788
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,677 | 655 | $85 | |
G0480 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 878 | 510 | $112 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 877 | 509 | $61 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 471 | 90 | $59 | |
82977 |
Glutamyltransferase (liver enzyme) level | 191 | 173 | $7 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 188 | 170 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 188 | 170 | $8 | |
82248 |
Bilirubin level, direct | 185 | 167 | $5 | |
84100 |
Phosphate level | 185 | 167 | $5 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 182 | 164 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 73 peers in Lexington Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 46× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Csl Behring | 1 | $23.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
18,213
Patients
4,161
Total drug cost
$605,650
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 5,772 | 1,219 | $102,248 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 4,820 | 1,105 | $131,169 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 3,530 | 811 | $125,809 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 1,389 | 361 | $35,705 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 687 | 162 | $41,649 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 626 | 138 | $14,358 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 325 | 99 | $7,428 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 240 | 61 | $2,783 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 174 | 48 | $3,023 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 166 | 47 | $22,590 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Lyon's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Lyon practices Internal Medicine Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Christopher Lyon practice?
Dr. Christopher Lyon practices at 2416 Regency RD, Lexington, KY 405032954. Office phone: 8592781316.
What is Dr. Christopher Lyon's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Lyon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255564290, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Lyon accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Lyon accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Lyon commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms (HCPCS G0480); Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers (HCPCS 80307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.