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KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C

Medical Physician Assistant in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin. 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
852
Medicare Part D claims · 167 beneficiaries · Medical Physician Assistant avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
80%
generic claims · 20% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
75.543/100
▼ 8 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant ([object Object]) practicing in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 852 claims across 167 beneficiaries — 20% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 75.543/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What the federal data shows

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C reported a CMS MIPS final score of 75.543/100 — below the 83.1 national average — and filed 852 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

75.543/100
MIPS score · -8 vs avg
852
Part D claims, 2023
80%
generic prescribing

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KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

76 15th percentile higher than 15% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). This entry sits in this band. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Above this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). Above this entry. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C at a glance

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/12/2006

NPI 1346291747

Primary specialty

Medical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

40,527 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

852 21% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,077

MIPS final score

75.543/100 7.556999999999988% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Medical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Medical Physician Assistant share within Wisconsin

1. Medical Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Medical Physician Assistant share within Wisconsin

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Medical Physician Assistant national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
75.543/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 75.543/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%75.5%
MIPS final score (Medical Physician Assistant) — 75.543/100 vs national avg 83.1

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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KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C is a Medical Physician Assistant provider practicing in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: PA-C. NPI: 1346291747. 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.

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Medical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 9200 W WISCONSIN AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI, 53226, with a listed phone of (414) 955-6895. NPI 1346291747 was issued on 05/12/2006. 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 852 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 167 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $715K in drug spend, split 20% brand-name and 80% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.5%. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 75.543/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 81.6707, Cost 63.4727), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Medical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 40,527 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,077 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

9200 W WISCONSIN AVE
MILWAUKEE, WI 53226

Provider Details

NPI 1346291747
Specialty Medical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Male
NPI Issued 05/12/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

75.543
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
81.6707
Quality
63.4727
Cost
98
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C 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.

THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN INC
MILWAUKEE, WI

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C — brand share 20.0%
Specialty average (est.)

20% brand-name claims vs 80% generic, on 852 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.

852
Total Claims
$715K
Total Drug Cost
167
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,794
Total Day Supply
52,958
Brand vs Generic
20% brand / 80% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$635K
Generic Drug Cost
$80K
Opioid Claims
13 (1.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
117

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.48
Gender Split
57% female / 43% male
Age Distribution
<65: 46, 65-74: 81, 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
Ursodiol
115
Xifaxan
Rifaximin
100
Omeprazole
79
Azathioprine
59
Pantoprazole Sodium
56
Furosemide
50
Spironolactone
44
Prednisone
34
Entecavir
23
Lactulose
23

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

Medical Physician Assistant Overview

How KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C fits within the Medical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

40,527
Medical Physician Assistant Providers in US
55
States with Medical Physician Assistant
1,077
Avg Claims per Provider

KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's 852 claims are below the specialty average of 1,077.

Nearby Medical Physician Assistant Providers in Wisconsin

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

Compare Medical Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's specialty?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C specializes in Medical Physician Assistant and practices in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C wrote 852 Medicare Part D claims totaling $715K in drug costs for 167 beneficiaries.
What is KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's Medicare quality score?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 75.543/100 (Quality: 81.6707, Cost: 63.4727). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C located?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C is located at 9200 W WISCONSIN AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI, 53226. Phone: (414) 955-6895.
What is KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's NPI number?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346291747, issued on 05/12/2006.
Does KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's prescribing is 20% brand-name and 80% generic drugs by claim count, with $635K in brand drug costs.
Does KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C had 13 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.5%.
How many Medical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 40,527 Medical Physician Assistant providers across 55 states in the US. The average Medical Physician Assistant provider writes 1,077 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ursodiol, Xifaxan, Omeprazole. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C accept Medicare?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 852 Part D claims and 167 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's credentials?
KENNETH CHRISTENSEN, PA-C's NPI is 1346291747 with credentials PA-C. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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