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STEPHEN L. CHRISTENSEN O.D.
NPI 1124109608
Optometrist in Kennewick, WA

Active since October 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, STE 419, KENNEWICK, WA 99336(480) 861-7331(480) 755-3534 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Stephen L. Christensen O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

STEPHEN L. CHRISTENSEN O.D. (NPI 1124109608) is an individual optometrist in Kennewick, Washington, licensed in Arizona (037) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124109608
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN L. CHRISTENSENCredential: O.D.
Location Address1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, STE 419Kennewick, WA 99336-2455
Mailing Address3911 S Lincoln StKennewick, WA 99338-9230 · (480) 861-7331 · Fax (480) 755-3534
Phone(480) 861-7331
Fax(480) 755-3534
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateOctober 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 2015
✔ NPI 1124109608 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 037
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, Kennewick, WA 99336
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINZ136316AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephen L. Christensen O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5890697965
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150902000278
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Exam of visual field with limited testing 92081
An exam of the visual field with limited testing is a quick check of your peripheral vision. It involves identifying objects or movements at the edge of your sight, helping to detect any vision loss that isn't obvious, such as blind spots or areas of reduced vision.
238 services232 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
190 services179 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
162 services159 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
65 services65 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
23 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99336 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LOREN STUECKLE O.D.,P.S.
Clinic/Center
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, SUITE 100
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 783-2555
ARIC D ROBERTSON OD PLLC
Optometrist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 735-3128
ROBERT LEWIS RUSSEL PHARMD
Pharmacist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, STE 845
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 783-3413
MR. AARON L GALEY RPH
Pharmacist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, SUITE 845
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 783-3413
DR. JULIE SONG OD
Optometrist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, #455
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 736-0733
MELISSA KAY HARVEY MA 61148969
Massage Therapist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 820-2928
LOREN G STUECKLE OD
Optometrist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, SUITE 100
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 783-2555
S L CHRISTENSEN O D & ASSOC P C
Optometrist
1321 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, SUITE 419
KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Benton County (509) 735-3022

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Stephen Christensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Christensen is 1124109608. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 18, 2006.

Where is Stephen Christensen located?

Stephen Christensen practices at 1321 N Columbia Center Blvd Ste 419, Kennewick, WA 99336. The listed phone number is (480) 861-7331.

What is Stephen Christensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Stephen Christensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Christensen is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Stephen Christensen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and PacificSource Health Plans and 2 other insurers list Stephen Christensen as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Christensen was last updated on May 12, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.