Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vern Christensen, DPM
Foot Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Amory, MS
- NPI 1083674378
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.6 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1107 Earl Frye Blvd, Suite 1
Amory, MS 388215519
(662) 257-2357
fax (662) 257-2399 - Additional location
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107 Brandon RD
Starkville, MS 397592521
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 13, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0131X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Mississippi #80149
- Medicaid
- MS #0119847
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083674378. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,356
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,552
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 511 | 323 | $77 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 384 | 311 | $38 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 289 | 289 | $95 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 186 | 110 | $27 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 159 | 99 | $94 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 143 | 63 | $1 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 139 | 63 | $0 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 120 | 114 | $69 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 69 | 23 | $107 | |
11750 |
Permanent removal fingernail or toenail | 53 | 45 | $132 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Amory Foot Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
163
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$2,453
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 56 | 50 | $629 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 31 | $190 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 20 | 0 | $276 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $597 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $110 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 12 | 0 | $334 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $317 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vern Christensen's medical specialty?
Dr. Vern Christensen practices Foot Surgery Podiatrist in Amory, MS.
Where does Dr. Vern Christensen practice?
Dr. Vern Christensen practices at 1107 Earl Frye Blvd, Amory, MS 388215519. Office phone: 6622572357.
What is Dr. Vern Christensen's NPI?
Dr. Vern Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083674378, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vern Christensen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vern Christensen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vern Christensen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.