MR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN DIFFERDING PA-C
NPI 1295002715
Physician Assistant in Spring Valley, IL

Active since November 29, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.2/100
CMS Quality Rating
600 E 1ST ST, SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362(815) 664-2617(815) 664-5204 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Mr. Christopher John Differding Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN DIFFERDING PA-C (NPI 1295002715) is an individual physician assistant in Spring Valley, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (085.004245) and active in the NPI registry since November 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295002715
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN DIFFERDINGCredential: PA-C
Location Address600 E 1ST STSpring Valley, IL 61362-1512
Mailing Address600 E 1st StSpring Valley, IL 61362-1512 · (815) 664-2617 · Fax (815) 664-5204
Fax(815) 664-5204
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 3, 2020
✔ NPI 1295002715 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 IL · 085.004245
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.
600 E 1ST ST, Spring Valley, IL 61362

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

Mr. Christopher John Differding Pa-c 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 ID5890962849
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120117000236
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 9

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.
1,988 services1,182 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
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.
1,333 services911 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
876 services667 patients
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg J9217
Leuprolide acetate is a medication that helps regulate certain hormone levels in your body. It's injected into your muscle once a month. This treatment can help manage various health conditions related to hormone imbalance. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
368 services53 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This 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.
103 services95 patients
Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle 96402
This procedure involves the injection of hormone-based anti-cancer drugs under the skin or into a muscle. These medications help to slow down or stop the growth of certain types of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and can be performed in a clinic or hospital.
96 services53 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Ottawa, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140110
Location1100 E Norris DriveOttawa, IL 61350 · La Salle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Osf Saint Paul Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Mendota, IL
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number141310
Location1401 E 12th StreetMendota, IL 61342 · La Salle County
Emergency services

Osf Saint Clare Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Princeton, IL
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number141337
Location530 Park Avenue EastPrinceton, IL 61356 · Bureau County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 61362 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
$85.71 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
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.

93.2/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability92
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers11 claims63 services$8.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Internal Medicine
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Obstetrics & Gynecology
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Nurse Practitioner
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Family Medicine
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Nutritionist (Nutrition, Education)
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
600 E 1ST ST, ST MARGARET'S HOSPITAL
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362
Speech-Language Pathologist
600 E 1ST ST
SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362

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 Differding's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Differding is 1295002715. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2011.

Where is Christopher Differding located?

Christopher Differding practices at 600 E 1st St, Spring Valley, IL 61362. The listed phone number is (815) 664-2617.

What is Christopher Differding's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Differding enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Differding 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 Differding accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Christopher Differding 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 Differding affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Differding is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, Osf Saint Paul Medical Center and Osf Saint Clare Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Differding was last updated on August 3, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.