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CHRISTOPHER HANDYSIDE
NPI 1134524044
Physician Assistant in Coeur D Alene, ID

Active since November 04, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.91/100
CMS Quality Rating
2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200, COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814(208) 625-3800(208) 625-3801 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 16, 2024, Jul 21, 2022, Mar 15, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Christopher Handyside NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER HANDYSIDE (NPI 1134524044) is an individual physician assistant in Coeur D Alene, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (PA-1226) and active in the NPI registry since November 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kootenai Health, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134524044
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER HANDYSIDE
Location Address2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-4992
Mailing Address2003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D Alene, ID 83814-6051 · (208) 625-5085 · Fax (208) 625-5731
Phone(208) 625-3800
Fax(208) 625-3801
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 23, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 23, 2025
✔ NPI 1134524044 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in ID · PA-1226
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Moda Health Plan, Inc., Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Christopher Handyside 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 ID1759606726
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150214000025
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 7

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
131 services95 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
62 services62 patients
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853
Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
24 services16 patients
Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, 1 disc 22551
This procedure involves fusing together the bones in the upper spine to stabilize it. A disc is removed to ease pressure on the spinal cord or nerve. This helps reduce pain and improve mobility. This is a common treatment for certain spinal conditions.
16 services16 patients
Placement of stabilizing device to front, 2-3 spine bone segments 22845
This procedure involves positioning a stabilizing device on the front of 2-3 segments of your spine. It's designed to provide support and stability to your spine, potentially alleviating discomfort and improving mobility.
15 services15 patients
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment 63047
This procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Kootenai Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Coeur D'alene, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number130049
Location2003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D'alene, ID 83814 · Kootenai County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bonner General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Sandpoint, ID
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number131328
Location520 North Third AvenueSandpoint, ID 83864 · Bonner County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 83814 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
$81.13 typical visit price
range $52.44 – $160.17
Typical copayment $20.28 (range $13.11 – $40.04)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$65.77 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $130.93
Typical copayment $16.44 (range $4.17 – $32.73)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

94.91/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality87.83
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

ANNETTE L ASPER DNP
Nurse Practitioner
2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Kootenai County (208) 625-3800
ERICA LYNN PANTTAJA APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Kootenai County (208) 625-3800
ABIGAIL PRIESTLEY MCCALLUM M.D.
Neurological Surgery
2288 N MERRITT CREEK LOOP STE 200
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Kootenai County (208) 625-3800

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 Christopher Handyside's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Handyside is 1134524044. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2014.

Where is Christopher Handyside located?

Christopher Handyside practices at 2288 N Merritt Creek Loop Ste 200, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814. The listed phone number is (208) 625-3800.

What is Christopher Handyside's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christopher Handyside enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Handyside 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 Christopher Handyside accept?

Health plans from Moda Health Plan, Inc., Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Christopher Handyside 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.

Is Christopher Handyside affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Handyside is affiliated with Kootenai Health and Bonner General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Handyside was last updated on July 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months 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.