Christopher Discenna, PA-C
Physician Assistant
8+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Christopher Discenna
Christopher Discenna is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
8
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Physician AssistantCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2018
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 5601008818 | Physician Assistant |
Public Data Summary for Christopher Discenna
In their first decade of practice, Christopher Discenna represents the newer generation of physician assistant providers, PA-C, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2018. Christopher currently practices at Pinnacle Anesthesia Pllc in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083198246, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Christopher Discenna as a lower-volume physician assistant provider, treating approximately 15 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 110 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Christopher Discenna received $639 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$639
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Physician Assistant Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 48307
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Christopher Discenna
What does Christopher Discenna specialize in?
Christopher Discenna specializes in Physician Assistant.
Where does Christopher Discenna practice?
Christopher Discenna practices at Pinnacle Anesthesia Pllc in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Does Christopher Discenna accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Christopher Discenna accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 15 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Christopher Discenna's NPI number?
Christopher Discenna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083198246. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Christopher Discenna been practicing?
Christopher Discenna has approximately 8 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2018.