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CARL R CHRISTENSON MD
NPI 1699279000
Anesthesiology in Indianapolis, IN

Active since March 20, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202(317) 274-4343(317) 274-0256 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 13, 2026, Jul 28, 2023, Jul 10, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Carl R Christenson Md NPPES

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

CARL R CHRISTENSON MD (NPI 1699279000) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01087915A) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Indianapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699279000
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameCARL R CHRISTENSONCredential: MD
Location Address705 RILEY HOSPITAL DRIndianapolis, IN 46202-5109
Mailing Address705 Riley Hospital Dr Ste 2820Indianapolis, IN 46202-5109 · (317) 274-4343 · Fax (317) 274-0256
Fax(317) 274-0256
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 20, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1699279000 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 01087915A✔ Licensed in OH · 57.24566
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pediatric AnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207LP3000X · License 01087915A (IN)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202-1239 · Phone (317) 274-0275 · Fax (317) 274-0256

Other Identifiers 2

Other1103134330IN · Anthem Ptan
Medicaid300078723IN

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Carl R Christenson Md 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 ID143576967
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230801002526
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Carl Christenson reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Anesthesiology
550 UNIVERSITY BLVD
Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 259 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
1701 N SENATE BLVD
Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 5,212 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 5

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
44 services43 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
20 services17 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope 00732
This procedure involves using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine or treat your gallbladder, pancreas, or liver. Anesthesia is administered to ensure you're comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520
Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150056
Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR, RI 1601
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR, ROC - SUITE 4205
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202

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 Carl Christenson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carl Christenson is 1699279000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2018.

Where is Carl Christenson located?

Carl Christenson practices at 705 Riley Hospital Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202. The listed phone number is (317) 274-4343.

What is Carl Christenson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Carl Christenson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carl Christenson 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 organizations bill Medicare for Carl Christenson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Carl Christenson reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Iu Anesthesiology Associates, LLC (Indianapolis, IN) and Iu Health Medical Group, LLC (Indianapolis, IN). Each 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 Carl Christenson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Carl Christenson accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Cigna Healthcare list Carl Christenson 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 Carl Christenson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carl Christenson is affiliated with Indiana University Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carl Christenson was last updated on October 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days 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.