Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Christner, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Hammond, LA
- NPI 1912939026
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.2 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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15790 Paul Vega MD Dr
Hammond, LA 704031434
(985) 230-1682
fax (985) 230-1617 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2668
Hammond, LA 704042668
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 10, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.025980
- Medicaid (2)
- LA #1049620 · MS #02786520
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1912939026. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
95
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$13,132
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 47 | 47 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 34 | 34 | $119 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 14 | 14 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$258
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $124.36 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $114.99 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $19.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
85
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$6,929
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $251 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 15 | 15 | $105 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $627 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $104 |
| Progesterone (Progesterone, Micronized) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $532 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $5,312 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Christner's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Christner practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Hammond, LA.
Where does Dr. Michael Christner practice?
Dr. Michael Christner practices at 15790 Paul Vega MD Dr, Hammond, LA 704031434. Office phone: 9852301682.
What is Dr. Michael Christner's NPI?
Dr. Michael Christner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912939026, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Christner accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Christner accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Christner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.