Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Caress Christian, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Brodheadsville, PA
- NPI 1285806729
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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120 Burrus Blvd Ste 200
Brodheadsville, PA 183227812
(570) 992-7620
fax (570) 992-9884 - Mailing address
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Po Box 783311
Philadelphia, PA 191783311
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 26, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD437986
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285806729. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,165
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$114,585
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 326 | 237 | $122 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 251 | 251 | $123 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 100 | 99 | $29 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 83 | 83 | $70 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 79 | 62 | $87 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 61 | 49 | $9 | |
90480 |
Admn sarscov2 vacc 1 dose | 35 | 35 | $39 | |
91320 |
Sarscv2 vac 30mcg trs-suc im | 35 | 35 | $128 | |
99495 |
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity | 29 | 28 | $191 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 26 | 23 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $18.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,144
Patients
1,286
Total drug cost
$351,446
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 771 | 234 | $11,916 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 392 | 131 | $4,112 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 332 | 108 | $6,646 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 320 | 73 | $5,510 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 294 | 86 | $3,937 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 258 | 86 | $3,704 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 233 | 78 | $6,285 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 232 | 87 | $9,431 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 232 | 73 | $6,180 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 227 | 73 | $4,114 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Caress Christian's medical specialty?
Dr. Caress Christian practices Family Medicine Physician in Brodheadsville, PA.
Where does Dr. Caress Christian practice?
Dr. Caress Christian practices at 120 Burrus Blvd Ste 200, Brodheadsville, PA 183227812. Office phone: 5709927620.
What is Dr. Caress Christian's NPI?
Dr. Caress Christian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285806729, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Caress Christian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Caress Christian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Caress Christian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439); Administration of influenza virus vaccine (HCPCS G0008). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.