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CHRISTOPHER BRIAN BEHRENS
NPI 1982780789
Family Medicine in Seattle, WA

Active since October 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
325 9TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98104(206) 744-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Christopher Brian Behrens NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER BRIAN BEHRENS (NPI 1982780789) is an individual family medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00038671) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982780789
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER BRIAN BEHRENS
Location Address325 9TH AVESeattle, WA 98104-2499
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420
Phone(206) 744-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 18, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 18, 2023
✔ NPI 1982780789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00038671
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.
325 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98104
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Other Identifiers 3

Other080161360WA · Rail Road Medicare
Other271770Internal Id-motor Vehicle Id
Medicaid8263220WA

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Brian Behrens 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 ID5597896910
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100629000749
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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
47 services24 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.
43 services33 patients
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.
30 services25 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.
28 services18 patients
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.
21 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harborview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number500064
Location325 9th AvenueSeattle, WA 98104 · King County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98104 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
$97.43 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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
4 suppliers13 claims35 services$5.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers12 claims15 services$0.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

SANDRA K WALKER ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 598-0502
JULIA J VISSER DPT
Physical Therapist
325 9TH AVE, BOX 359920
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 744-1675
GENIA J MONCADA
Pharmacist
325 9TH AVE, MAILSTOP 359912
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 731-3219
JACQUELINE M. KIM LICSW, MSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
325 9TH AVE, BOX 359760
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 744-8511
MS. DIANE E WHEELER MS, PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 744-3000
AMELIA V. RIVERA
Physical Therapist
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 774-3300
TIMOTHY WILLIAM MENZA MD, PHD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 520-5000
DEMETRIOS TEREZAKIS
Occupational Therapist
325 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98104
King County (206) 744-6112

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 Christopher Behrens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Behrens is 1982780789. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2006.

Where is Christopher Behrens located?

Christopher Behrens practices at 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. The listed phone number is (206) 744-3000.

What is Christopher Behrens's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Behrens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Behrens 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 Christopher Behrens accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Christopher Behrens 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 Christopher Behrens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Behrens is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr and Harborview Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Behrens was last updated on September 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.