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DR. WALLACE LLOYD CHRISTENSEN OD
NPI 1760435143
Optometrist in Pocatello, ID

Active since May 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, SUITE A4, POCATELLO, ID 83201(208) 237-7666(208) 237-7400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Wallace Lloyd Christensen Od NPPES

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

DR. WALLACE LLOYD CHRISTENSEN OD (NPI 1760435143) is an individual optometrist in Pocatello, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (ODP0721) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760435143
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALLACE LLOYD CHRISTENSENCredential: OD
Location Address1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, SUITE A4Pocatello, ID 83201-4374
Mailing Address1246 Yellowstone Ave, Suite A4Pocatello, ID 83201-4374 · (208) 237-7666 · Fax (208) 237-7400
Phone(208) 237-7666
Fax(208) 237-7400
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 2013
✔ NPI 1760435143 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in ID · ODP0721
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, Pocatello, ID 83201
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PIN1591702ID
Medicare UPINT44372ID
Medicaid002875500ID

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.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

Dr. Wallace Lloyd Christensen Od 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 ID749279032
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040511001083
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

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
67 services67 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 83201 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
$121.27 typical visit price
range $52.44 – $160.17
Typical copayment $30.31 (range $13.11 – $40.04)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$65.77 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $130.93
Typical copayment $16.44 (range $4.17 – $32.73)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

COLIN MAHONEY SE
Psychologist
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, STE C5
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 233-0150
ALINA BONCI
Counselor (Professional)
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, SUITE C5
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 233-0150
DR. JASON ARTHUR MAUSETH DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, STE B1
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 237-2462
MICHAEL T MCHUGH DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, STE D3
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 238-0125
DIANE K. MOLL
Counselor
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, SUITE C-6
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 234-8010
PORTNEUF VALLEY DENTAL
Clinic/Center (Dental)
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 238-0125
MICHAEL T MCHUGH D.D.S., PA
Clinic/Center (Dental)
1246 YELLOWSTONE AVE, STE. D3
POCATELLO, ID 83201
Bannock County (208) 238-0125

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 Wallace Christensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wallace Christensen is 1760435143. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2006.

Where is Wallace Christensen located?

Wallace Christensen practices at 1246 Yellowstone Ave Suite A4, Pocatello, ID 83201. The listed phone number is (208) 237-7666.

What is Wallace Christensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Wallace Christensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wallace 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 Wallace Christensen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 5 other insurers list Wallace 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 Wallace Christensen was last updated on October 4, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.