2026 NPPES data Otolaryngology Physician NPI 1346458247 M.D.
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THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.

Otolaryngology Physician in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. 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
728
Medicare Part D claims · 266 beneficiaries · Otolaryngology Physician avg: 509
Generic prescribing
94%
generic claims · 6% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$63.53
4 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. filed 728 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Otolaryngology Physician in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, prescribing 94% generic.

728
Part D claims, 2023
94%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

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.

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

728 Top 29% higher than 71% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 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

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/21/2007

NPI 1346458247

Primary specialty

Otolaryngology Physician

Mid-sized

10,895 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

728 43% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 509

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Otolaryngology Physician compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Otolaryngology Physician share within Minnesota

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Otolaryngology 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).

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider practicing in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1346458247. 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.

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Otolaryngology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 2211 PARK AVENUE S, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55404, with a listed phone of (612) 871-1144. NPI 1346458247 was issued on 05/21/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHRISTENSON 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 728 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 266 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $28K in drug spend, split 6% brand-name and 94% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%. 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.

Otolaryngology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,895 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 509 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

2211 PARK AVENUE S
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404

Provider Details

NPI 1346458247
Specialty Otolaryngology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 05/21/2007

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. 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.

EAR NOSE AND THROAT SPECIALTY CARE OF MINNESOTA PA
ST LOUIS PARK, MN

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 THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$64

Largest payer

Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, 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 · Generic-heavy

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. — brand share 6.0%
Specialty average (est.)

6% brand-name claims vs 94% generic, on 728 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.

728
Total Claims
$28K
Total Drug Cost
266
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
902
Total Day Supply
20,057
Brand vs Generic
6% brand / 94% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$20K
Opioid Claims
17 (2.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
99

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.13
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 29, 65-74: 120, 75-84: 87, 85+: 30

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Azelastine Hcl
111
Fluticasone Propionate
100
Ipratropium Bromide
79
Prednisone
62
Ofloxacin
40
Mupirocin
37
Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone
Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth
34
Cefuroxime
Cefuroxime Axetil
29
Omeprazole
23
Cephalexin
20

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

Otolaryngology Physician Overview

How THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. fits within the Otolaryngology Physician landscape nationally.

10,895
Otolaryngology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Otolaryngology Physician
509
Avg Claims per Provider

THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s 728 claims are above the specialty average of 509.

Nearby Otolaryngology Physician Providers in Minnesota

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s specialty?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. specializes in Otolaryngology Physician and practices in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Credentials: M.D..
How much does THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. wrote 728 Medicare Part D claims totaling $28K in drug costs for 266 beneficiaries.
Where is THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. located?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. is located at 2211 PARK AVENUE S, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55404. Phone: (612) 871-1144.
What is THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s NPI number?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346458247, issued on 05/21/2007.
Does THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s prescribing is 6% brand-name and 94% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
Does THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. had 17 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%.
How many Otolaryngology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,895 Otolaryngology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Otolaryngology Physician provider writes 509 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Azelastine Hcl, Fluticasone Propionate, Ipratropium Bromide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. accept Medicare?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 728 Part D claims and 266 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s credentials?
THOMAS CHRISTENSON, M.D.'s NPI is 1346458247 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.

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).

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