ALEX CHRISTENSEN OD
NPI 1881227957
Optometrist in Phoenix, AZ

Q: What is Alex Christensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Christensen is 1881227957. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 18, 2020.

Q: What is Alex Christensen's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Christensen was last updated on September 24, 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.

Active since February 18, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

515 W BUCKEYE RD STE 104, PHOENIX, AZ 85003(602) 207-8196 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 24, 2020, Sep 18, 2020, Feb 18, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Alex Christensen Od NPPES

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

ALEX CHRISTENSEN OD (NPI 1881227957) is an individual optometrist in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (2444) and active in the NPI registry since February 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881227957

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameALEX CHRISTENSENCredential: OD

Location Address515 W BUCKEYE RD STE 104Phoenix, AZ 85003-3699

Mailing Address1580 W Prescott DrChandler, AZ 85248-4838 · (254) 733-7476

Phone(602) 207-8196

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateFebruary 18, 2020

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 24, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 24, 2020

✔ NPI 1881227957 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 2444✔ Licensed in TX · 9884T

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.

515 W BUCKEYE RD STE 104, Phoenix, AZ 85003

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and more.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

Alex 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 ID8123448271

PECOS Enrollment IDI20201012001983

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

Medicare enrollment records show Alex Christensen reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, PC

5.5 mi

Ophthalmology

4800 N 22ND ST
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
224 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1376574707 (602) 955-1000

Southwestern Eye Center Ltd

10 mi

Optometrist

3301 N MILLER RD, STE 140
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
212 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1851624647 (480) 947-7651

Veh, Inc

739 mi

Optometrist

343 W IOWA AVE
Nampa, ID 83686

Reassigned Medicare billing, Idaho enrollment
5 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1376729491 (208) 466-7000

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 2

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 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.

21 services17 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85003 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

$127.71 typical visit price

range $55.44 – $168.60

Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.24 typical visit price

range $17.72 – $137.41

Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)

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 5

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

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