Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Stearns, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Austin, TX
- NPI 1750572947
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.5 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
601 E 15Th St
Austin, TX 787011930
(512) 324-7000 - Mailing address
-
1601 Rio Grande St, Suite 340
Austin, TX 787011137
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 2, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N6683
- Medicaid
- TX #214619301
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1750572947. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
663
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$71,664
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 200 | 129 | $105 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 135 | 119 | $129 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 88 | 33 | $73 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 87 | 40 | $113 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 51 | 49 | $103 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 29 | 29 | $80 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 26 | 26 | $171 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 19 | 13 | $74 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 17 | 17 | $130 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $131 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 120 peers in this city , average services per provider: 115. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,006
Patients
777
Total drug cost
$92,151
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 402 | 110 | $4,545 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 364 | 66 | $4,732 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 267 | 65 | $4,394 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 261 | 60 | $1,811 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 218 | 32 | $56,768 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 197 | 61 | $4,464 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 175 | 57 | $1,168 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 175 | 49 | $3,339 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 153 | 57 | $1,299 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 146 | 39 | $2,722 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Stearns's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Stearns practices Internal Medicine Physician in Austin, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Stearns practice?
Dr. Christopher Stearns practices at 601 E 15Th St, Austin, TX 787011930. Office phone: 5123247000.
What is Dr. Christopher Stearns's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750572947, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Stearns accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Stearns accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Stearns commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99305); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.