Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Tanzie, M.D., PH.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1548603046
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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2424 Century Pl Se
Hickory, NC 286024031
(828) 322-2050
fax (828) 345-0522 - Additional location
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2060 Hickory Blvd Sw
Lenoir, NC 286456406
(282) 322-2050 - Additional location
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2311 E Main St
Lincolnton, NC 280924103 - Additional location
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2640 Highway 105 Ste 102
Boone, NC 286077828 - Additional location
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810 Fairgrove Church RD
Hickory, NC 286029617
(828) 326-3000 - Mailing address
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2424 Century Place Ne
Hickory, NC 28602
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 20, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2016-02007
- Medicaid
- NC #1548603046
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548603046. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,764
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$250,136
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 555 | 541 | $122 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 279 | 218 | $87 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 146 | 146 | $160 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 142 | 86 | $501 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 110 | 92 | $54 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 98 | 98 | $121 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 98 | 96 | $45 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 68 | 61 | $59 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 61 | 61 | $29 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 58 | 41 | $306 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Hickory Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 302. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$523
Transactions
21
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $81.03 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 2 | $65.06 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $63.56 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 2 | $56.42 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $55.41 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $52.57 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $48.67 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 2 | $47.79 | |
| Thea Pharma INC. | 2 | $29.19 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $22.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,090
Patients
415
Total drug cost
$219,982
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 254 | 64 | $4,066 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 188 | 143 | $2,346 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 110 | 46 | $128,027 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 93 | 60 | $3,410 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 84 | 25 | $867 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 81 | 15 | $29,416 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 70 | 15 | $662 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 42 | 0 | $31,527 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 31 | 22 | $424 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $6,824 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Tanzie's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Tanzie practices Ophthalmology Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Christopher Tanzie practice?
Dr. Christopher Tanzie practices at 2424 Century Pl Se, Hickory, NC 286024031. Office phone: 8283222050.
What is Dr. Christopher Tanzie's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Tanzie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548603046, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Tanzie accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Tanzie accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Tanzie commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.