DR. PAUL H CHRISTENSEN MD
NPI 1144260431
Emergency Medicine in Elizabethtown, KY
NPI Status: Active since June 07, 2006
Contact Information
1111 RING RD STE A
ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
ZIP 42701
Phone: (270) 706-1111
Fax: (270) 706-5085
- Individual
- Male
- Emergency Medicine
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About PAUL CHRISTENSEN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Paul Christensen, a provider established in Elizabethtown, Kentucky with a medical specialization in Emergency Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1144260431 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207P00000X with license number 32979 (KY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1144260431
- Provider Name
- DR. PAUL H CHRISTENSEN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1111 RING RD STE A ELIZABETHTOWN, KY 42701
- Location Phone
- (270) 706-1111
- Location Fax
- (270) 706-5085
- Mailing Address
- 1111 RING RD STE A ELIZABETHTOWN, KY 42701
- Mailing Phone
- (270) 706-1111
- Mailing Fax
- (270) 706-5085
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-07-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-07-2023
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Emergency Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207P00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 32979
- License State
- KY
- Taxonomy Description
- An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Bronze Classic 4700 - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Gold Classic - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard - HMO
- Gold Elite Saver Plus - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard - HMO
- Silver Elite Saver Plus - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver - HMO
- Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits - HMO
- Bronze Classic 4700 - HMO
- Bronze Classic 4700 | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Gold Elite Saver Plus | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Gold Simple - HMO
- Gold Simple | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Silver Elite - HMO
- Silver Elite | with AdventHealth - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Bronze Classic 4700 - HMO
- Bronze Classic 4700 | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Classic - HMO
- Silver Classic | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes | with Atrium Health - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
- Bronze Simple - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Buena Salud Bronce Simple Para Diabetes - HMO
- Gold Classic - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard - HMO
- Gold Simple - HMO
- Gold Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard - HMO
- Silver Elite Saver Plus - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver - HMO
- Silver Simple Specialist Saver with COPD - HMO
- Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits - HMO
- Bronze Classic - EPO
- Bronze Classic | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
- Bronze Classic 4700 | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - PPO
- Bronze Classic Standard | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - PPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Simple - EPO
- Bronze Simple - PPO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - EPO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - PPO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - PPO
- Bronze Classic PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple HSA | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32979 | OTHER (01) | KY | KENTUCKY LICENSE |
| 000000525578 | OTHER (01) | ANTHEM BCBS | |
| 64329790 | MEDICAID (05) | KY |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Paul Christensen is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Automated urinalysis test
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAn immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
This service was performed 32 times for 31 patientsThis is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.
This service was performed 42 times for 21 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 52 times for 50 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 26 times for 26 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 42701 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $82.24
- Minimum New Patient Price $52.76
- Maximum New Patient Price $162.27
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.56
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.19
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.56
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $93.94
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.53
- Maximum Established Patient Price $131.99
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.48
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.13
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.99
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Collection and follow-up on patient experience and satisfaction data on beneficiary engagement | Yes | N/A |
| Collection and follow-up on patient experience and satisfaction data on beneficiary engagement, including development of improvement plan. | ||
| Initiate CDC Training on Antibiotic Stewardship | Yes | N/A |
| Completion of greater than 50 percent of the modules of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention antibiotic stewardship course. Note: This activity may be selected once every 4 years, to avoid duplicative information given that some of the modules may change on a year by year basis, but over 4 years there would be a reasonable expectation for the set of modules to have undergone substantive change, for the improvement activities performance category score. | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1144260431, we treat the final digit (1) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1144260431, enumerated as an "individual" on June 07, 2006.
The provider is located at 1111 RING RD STE A ELIZABETHTOWN, KY 42701 and the phone number is (270) 706-1111.
Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Oscar Health Insurance, Oscar Health Maintenance. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
