PAUL CHRISTENSEN M.D.
NPI 1144631995
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Houston, TX

Active since May 14, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
6565 FANNIN ST, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 394-6450 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Paul Christensen M.d. NPPES

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

PAUL CHRISTENSEN M.D. (NPI 1144631995) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R6369) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144631995
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NamePAUL CHRISTENSENCredential: M.D.
Location Address6565 FANNIN STHouston, TX 77030-2703
Mailing AddressPo Box 4701Houston, TX 77210-4701 · (800) 288-8325
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 28, 2025
NPI 1144631995 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in TX · R6369
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

6565 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paul Christensen M.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 ID345661682
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200522000743
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 3

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.

Protein measurement, serum 84165
A serum protein measurement is a blood test that determines the levels of proteins in your blood. It is used to evaluate your overall health, and diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or immune disorders.
662 services553 patients
Protein measurement, body fluid 84166
A protein measurement of body fluid is a test that gauges the amount of proteins in your fluids. This analysis helps in detecting various health conditions. It's done via a simple sample collection process, usually from blood or urine, in a safe and painless manner.
109 services104 patients
Immunologic analysis technique on body fluid, other fluids with concentration 86335
Immunologic analysis is a diagnostic method that assesses your body fluids to detect health issues. It involves concentrating these fluids to enhance detection of specific proteins or cells. It helps identify immune system responses, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baytown, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450424
Location4401 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nassau Bay, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450709
Location18300 Houston Methodist DrNassau Bay, TX 77058 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450820
Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

95.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Specialist/Technologist, Pathology
6565 FANNIN ST, MS205
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Registered Nurse
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
6565 FANNIN ST, FONDREN 270
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Hospitalist
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Paul Christensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Christensen is 1144631995. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2014.

Where is Paul Christensen located?

Paul Christensen practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 394-6450.

What is Paul Christensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Paul Christensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul 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 Paul Christensen accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Paul 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.

Is Paul Christensen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Christensen is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Christensen was last updated on February 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.