2026 NPPES data Gynecology Physician NPI 1023029675 MD
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M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD

Gynecology Physician in HOUSTON, Texas. 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 · Gynecology Physician avg: 295
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD is a Gynecology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in HOUSTON, Texas with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 130 claims across 48 beneficiaries — 15% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD filed 130 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across HOUSTON, Texas. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD 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).

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/10/2006

NPI 1023029675

Primary specialty

Gynecology Physician

Niche

3,902 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

130 56% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 295

Specialty distribution in Texas

How Gynecology Physician compares to other specialties among Texas providers

Texas providers

Gynecology Physician share within Texas

1. Gynecology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gynecology Physician share within Texas

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Gynecology 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.

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).

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD is a Gynecology Physician provider practicing in HOUSTON, Texas, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1023029675. 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.

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gynecology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 929 GESSNER RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77024, with a listed phone of (713) 935-9100. NPI 1023029675 was issued on 08/10/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHRISTOPHERSON 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 $16K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% 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.

Gynecology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,902 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 295 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

929 GESSNER RD
HOUSTON, TX 77024

Provider Details

NPI 1023029675
Specialty Gynecology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/10/2006

License & disciplinary context — Texas TMB 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~77K Texas medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD. To verify M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's current license status, search the TMB public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

344
Total board actions, Texas 2023
Across 334 cases
4.47
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Texas statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
94 cases

TMB publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Texas disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% 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
$16K
Total Drug Cost
48
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
274
Total Day Supply
7,654
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$9K
Generic Drug Cost
$7K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.74
Gender Split
100% female / 0% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Estradiol
26
Raloxifene Hcl
18
Valacyclovir
Valacyclovir Hcl
16
Clobetasol Propionate
12
Premarin
"Estrogens
N/A
Progesterone
"Progesterone
N/A

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

Gynecology Physician Overview

How M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD fits within the Gynecology Physician landscape nationally.

3,902
Gynecology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Gynecology Physician
295
Avg Claims per Provider

M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's 130 claims are below the specialty average of 295.

Nearby Gynecology Physician Providers in Texas

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

Compare Gynecology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's specialty?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD specializes in Gynecology Physician and practices in HOUSTON, Texas. Credentials: MD.
How much does M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD wrote 130 Medicare Part D claims totaling $16K in drug costs for 48 beneficiaries.
Where is M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD located?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD is located at 929 GESSNER RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77024. Phone: (713) 935-9100.
What is M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's NPI number?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023029675, issued on 08/10/2006.
Does M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $9K in brand drug costs.
How many Gynecology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,902 Gynecology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Gynecology Physician provider writes 295 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Estradiol, Raloxifene Hcl, Valacyclovir. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD accept Medicare?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, 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 M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's credentials?
M BRUCE CHRISTOPHERSON, MD's NPI is 1023029675 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.

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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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