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DR. EDWIN DALE CHRISTENSEN M.D.
NPI 1689635245
Family Medicine in Northport, AL

Active since March 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1325 MCFARLAND BLVD STE 204, NORTHPORT, AL 35476(205) 462-3334 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Edwin Dale Christensen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. EDWIN DALE CHRISTENSEN M.D. (NPI 1689635245) is an individual family medicine provider in Northport, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (24343) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689635245
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EDWIN DALE CHRISTENSENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1325 MCFARLAND BLVD STE 204Northport, AL 35476-3275
Mailing Address1325 Mcfarland Blvd Ste 204Northport, AL 35476-3275 · (205) 462-3334
Phone(205) 462-3334
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 28, 2020
NPPES CertifiedApril 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1689635245 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 24343
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1325 MCFARLAND BLVD STE 204, Northport, AL 35476
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Other Identifiers 4

Other051536986AL · Bc/bs Of Alabama
Medicaid009939446AL
OtherP00373792AL · Medicare Railroad Carrier
Other511-11742AL · Bcbs Of Alabama

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Edwin Dale 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 ID6002802196
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040423000295
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Edwin Christensen reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Family Medicine Of Tuscaloosa, LLC
2.0 mi
Family Medicine
100 TOWNCENTER BLVD, SUITE 300
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
NPI 1104126739 (205) 464-4971

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
460 services107 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
229 services96 patients
Testing for presence of drug, read by instrument assisted observation 80306
This procedure involves testing a sample, typically urine, to determine if specific drugs are present. An instrument helps read the results accurately. It's a common method to monitor substance use or check medication compliance. It's simple, quick, and usually painless.
182 services51 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
55 services23 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
40 services40 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
37 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35476 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers11 claims41 services$7.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims23 services$80.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Edwin Christensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edwin Christensen is 1689635245. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006.

Where is Edwin Christensen located?

Edwin Christensen practices at 1325 Mcfarland Blvd Ste 204, Northport, AL 35476. The listed phone number is (205) 462-3334.

What is Edwin Christensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Edwin Christensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edwin 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Edwin Christensen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Edwin Christensen reassigns Medicare benefits to Family Medicine Of Tuscaloosa, LLC (Tuscaloosa, AL). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Edwin Christensen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Edwin Christensen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list Edwin 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edwin Christensen was last updated on April 28, 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.