Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Wangsness, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Brookings, SD
- NPI 1578757514
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 22Nd Ave
Brookings, SD 570062480
(065) 696-9000 - Mailing address
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2901 S 4Th Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 571054928
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 6, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Dakota #SD7847
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578757514. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
457
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$49,525
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 253 | 214 | $113 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 131 | 121 | $67 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 73 | 71 | $165 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Brookings Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 7.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
118
Patients
106
Total drug cost
$894
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 34 | 34 | $201 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 16 | $170 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $265 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 15 | 15 | $75 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $85 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $34 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $64 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Wangsness's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Wangsness practices Family Medicine Physician in Brookings, SD.
Where does Dr. Christopher Wangsness practice?
Dr. Christopher Wangsness practices at 300 22Nd Ave, Brookings, SD 570062480. Office phone: 0656969000.
What is Dr. Christopher Wangsness's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Wangsness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578757514, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Wangsness accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Wangsness accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Wangsness commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.