2026 NPPES data Chiropractor NPI 1770789950 MD
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CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD

Chiropractor in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
130
Medicare Part D claims · 48 beneficiaries · Chiropractor avg: 824
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$44.35
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD filed 130 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Chiropractor in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, prescribing 87% generic.

130
Part D claims, 2023
87%
generic prescribing
$44.35
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

130 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/25/2007

NPI 1770789950

Primary specialty

Chiropractor

High-volume

95,153 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

130 84% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 824

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Chiropractor compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Chiropractor share within Alabama

1. Chiropractor42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Chiropractor share within Alabama

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Chiropractor (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Chiropractor ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Chiropractor) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Chiropractor) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Chiropractor provider holding MD credentials at 1801 GADSDEN HWY, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35235, with a listed phone of (205) 838-3900. NPI 1770789950 was issued on 06/25/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SNOW most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 130 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 48 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Chiropractor is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 95,153 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 824 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Provider Details

NPI 1770789950
Specialty Chiropractor
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/25/2007

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

ALABAMA ORTHOPEDIC SPINE AND SPORTS MEDICINE ASSOCIATES P C
BIRMINGHAM, AL

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$44

Largest payer

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 130 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

130
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
48
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
196
Total Day Supply
5,602
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$9K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
66.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.87
Gender Split
46% female / 54% male
Age Distribution
<65: 17, 65-74: 19, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Amlodipine Besylate
12
Atorvastatin Calcium
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Chiropractor Overview

How CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD fits within the Chiropractor landscape nationally.

95,153
Chiropractor Providers in US
56
States with Chiropractor
824
Avg Claims per Provider

CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's 130 claims are below the specialty average of 824.

Nearby Chiropractor Providers in Alabama

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Alabama, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as SNOW.

Compare Chiropractor nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's specialty?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD specializes in Chiropractor and practices in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. Credentials: MD.
How much does CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD wrote 130 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 48 beneficiaries.
Where is CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD located?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD is located at 1801 GADSDEN HWY, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35235. Phone: (205) 838-3900.
What is CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's NPI number?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770789950, issued on 06/25/2007.
Does CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $9K in brand drug costs.
How many Chiropractor providers are there in the US?
There are 95,153 Chiropractor providers across 56 states in the US. The average Chiropractor provider writes 824 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD accept Medicare?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 130 Part D claims and 48 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's credentials?
CHRISTOPHER SNOW, MD's NPI is 1770789950 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology