Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Appel, OD
Optometrist · Optometrist · Hixson, TN
- NPI 1023530151
- MIPS 83.4 / 100 · 2023
- 9 yrs on file
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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1043 Executive Dr Ste 101
Hixson, TN 373433998
(423) 710-3965 - Additional location
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233 S Cedar Ave
South Pittsburg, TN 373801303
(423) 837-8611 - Additional location
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6117 Ooltewah Georgetown RD Ste 109
Ooltewah, TN 373635611
(423) 328-3290 - Additional location
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8151 Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 373431551
(423) 847-0498 - Mailing address
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2003 Bent Tree CT
Lakesite, TN 373793103
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2024
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #3794 · Oregon #ATI4411
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023530151. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
219
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$20,119
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 71 | 71 | $127 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 62 | 47 | $57 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 22 | 19 | $89 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 19 | 18 | $41 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 15 | 15 | $36 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $158 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 15 | 15 | $128 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Hixson Optometrist, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$144
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Dompe US, INC. | 1 | $19.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
131
Patients
30
Total drug cost
$2,091
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 68 | 18 | $865 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $703 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $251 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 14 | 12 | $271 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Appel's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Appel practices Optometrist in Hixson, TN.
Where does Dr. Christopher Appel practice?
Dr. Christopher Appel practices at 1043 Executive Dr Ste 101, Hixson, TN 373433998. Office phone: 4237103965.
What is Dr. Christopher Appel's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Appel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023530151, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Appel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.