Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Geertz, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1669479473
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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810 Fairgrove Church RD, Catawba Valley Medical Center
Hickory, NC 286029617
(828) 326-2025
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME73382
- Medicaid (2)
- VA #1669479473 · FL #253631500
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669479473. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
348
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$34,868
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 146 | 136 | $168 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 143 | 108 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 32 | 32 | $116 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 27 | 27 | $203 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Hickory Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 90. This provider delivers 3.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
146
Patients
133
Total drug cost
$1,581
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 35 | 35 | $201 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 28 | 27 | $435 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 21 | 20 | $59 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 14 | 14 | $68 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $216 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $176 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 12 | 12 | $110 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $315 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Geertz's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Geertz practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Christopher Geertz practice?
Dr. Christopher Geertz practices at 810 Fairgrove Church RD, Hickory, NC 286029617. Office phone: 8283262025.
What is Dr. Christopher Geertz's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Geertz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669479473, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Geertz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Geertz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Geertz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.