CHRISTOPHER J. VAN HOFWEGEN M.D.
NPI 1376751669
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Bellingham, WA

Q: What is Christopher Van Hofwegen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Van Hofwegen is 1376751669. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2007.

Q: What is Christopher Van Hofwegen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Active since May 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 203, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225(360) 733-7670 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Christopher J. Van Hofwegen M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER J. VAN HOFWEGEN M.D. (NPI 1376751669) is an individual sports medicine provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD 60130985) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376751669

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J. VAN HOFWEGENCredential: M.D.

Location Address2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 203Bellingham, WA 98225-1813

Mailing Address2979 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 203Bellingham, WA 98225-1813 · (360) 733-7670

Phone(360) 733-7670

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateMay 18, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 1, 2021

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 1, 2021

✔ NPI 1376751669 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XX0005X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD 60130985

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 203, Bellingham, WA 98225

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, 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 J. Van Hofwegen 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 ID1658423249

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101108000606

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 8

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.

266 services182 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.

160 services130 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

127 services90 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.

51 services51 patients

Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447

A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.

40 services40 patients

Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130

This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.

39 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number500030

Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

29%1,757 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

78%320 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

91%562 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

99%1,293 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

26%1,020 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients tobacco: 83% · 474 patients

98%474 patients

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

100%1,293 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

5%1,293 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 334 patients

0%334 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Shoulder orthosis, figure of eight design abduction restrainer, canvas and webbing, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3660

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier15 claims15 services$79.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$89.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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