2026 NPPES data Forensic Pathology Physician NPI 1861442550 M.D.
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ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.

Forensic Pathology Physician in TAYLORSVILLE, Utah. 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
143
Medicare Part D claims · Forensic Pathology Physician avg: 166
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. is a Forensic Pathology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in TAYLORSVILLE, Utah with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 143 claims — 13% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. filed 143 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across TAYLORSVILLE, Utah. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/11/2006

NPI 1861442550

Primary specialty

Forensic Pathology Physician

Niche

552 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

143 14% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 166

Specialty distribution in Utah

How Forensic Pathology Physician compares to other specialties among Utah providers

Utah providers

Forensic Pathology Physician share within Utah

1. Forensic Pathology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Forensic Pathology Physician share within Utah

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Forensic Pathology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

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

Est. board-certified rate (Forensic Pathology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Forensic Pathology Physician) — 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.

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ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. is a Forensic Pathology Physician provider practicing in TAYLORSVILLE, Utah, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1861442550. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Forensic Pathology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 4451 S 2700 W, TAYLORSVILLE, UT, 84129, with a listed phone of (801) 816-3850. NPI 1861442550 was issued on 05/11/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHRISTENSEN 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 143 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A 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.

Forensic Pathology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 552 enrolled providers across 48 states and an average of 166 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

4451 S 2700 W
TAYLORSVILLE, UT 84129

Provider Details

NPI 1861442550
Specialty Forensic Pathology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 05/11/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 143 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.

143
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
338
Total Day Supply
9,969
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$8K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.86

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
11

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

Forensic Pathology Physician Overview

How ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. fits within the Forensic Pathology Physician landscape nationally.

552
Forensic Pathology Physician Providers in US
48
States with Forensic Pathology Physician
166
Avg Claims per Provider

ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s 143 claims are below the specialty average of 166.

Nearby Forensic Pathology Physician Providers in Utah

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

Compare Forensic Pathology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s specialty?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. specializes in Forensic Pathology Physician and practices in TAYLORSVILLE, Utah. Credentials: M.D..
How much does ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. wrote 143 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. located?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. is located at 4451 S 2700 W, TAYLORSVILLE, UT, 84129. Phone: (801) 816-3850.
What is ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s NPI number?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861442550, issued on 05/11/2006.
Does ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $8K in brand drug costs.
How many Forensic Pathology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 552 Forensic Pathology Physician providers across 48 states in the US. The average Forensic Pathology Physician provider writes 166 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. accept Medicare?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 143 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s credentials?
ERIK CHRISTENSEN, M.D.'s NPI is 1861442550 with credentials M.D.. 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.

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

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