Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Christopher Root, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Albuquerque, NM

  • NPI 1598384513
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 81.4 / 100 · 2023
  • 6 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
Msc11 6025 1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 871310001
(505) 272-5062
fax (505) 272-6503
Mailing address
800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116
Albuquerque, NM 871064310

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
April 2020 — 6 yrs on file
Profile last updated
October 14, 2024
Year of graduation
2020 — 6 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207P00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New Mexico #2023-580

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598384513. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
28
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,333
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 28 28 $119

In context: peer comparison

Among 86 peers in Albuquerque Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Christopher Root's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Root practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Albuquerque, NM.
Where does Dr. Christopher Root practice?
Dr. Christopher Root practices at Msc11 6025 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 871310001. Office phone: 5052725062.
What is Dr. Christopher Root's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Root's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598384513, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Root accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Root accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Root commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.