Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Christensen, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Alamogordo, NM
- NPI 1184078586
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.3 / 100 · 2023
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2559 Medical Dr Ste 3200
Alamogordo, NM 883108703
(575) 446-5365
fax (844) 766-1688 - Additional location
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1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 871310001
(505) 272-6487
fax (505) 272-4156
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 13, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #MD2022-1145
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184078586. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
311
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$37,721
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 46 | 43 | $126 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 43 | 43 | $176 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 35 | $94 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 36 | 35 | $94 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 35 | 21 | $77 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 29 | 29 | $129 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 24 | $64 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 23 | 23 | $176 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 16 | 15 | $138 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 16 | 16 | $171 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Alamogordo Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$11,772
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 18 | $11,771.95 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
229
Patients
195
Total drug cost
$1,976
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 92 | 85 | $63 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 51 | 48 | $849 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 29 | 22 | $62 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $558 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 18 | 16 | $334 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $111 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Christensen's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Christensen practices Surgery Physician in Alamogordo, NM.
Where does Dr. Andrew Christensen practice?
Dr. Andrew Christensen practices at 2559 Medical Dr Ste 3200, Alamogordo, NM 883108703. Office phone: 5754465365.
What is Dr. Andrew Christensen's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184078586, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Christensen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Christensen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Christensen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.