Dr. Christopher Rizk, M.D.
Pathology
11+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Christopher Rizk
Christopher Rizk, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Houston, TX.
Specialty Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
11
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
PathologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2015
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Texas | R1118 | Dermatology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Christopher Rizk
With 11 years of practice, Dr. Christopher Rizk is an established pathology provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2015. Dr. currently practices at Houston Radiology Associated in Houston, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134514979, 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 Dr. Christopher Rizk as a lower-volume pathology provider, treating approximately 269 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 954 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 Dr. Christopher Rizk received $5K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are in line with specialist-level consulting and speaker-program participation.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$5K
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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Pathology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 77070
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Christopher Rizk
What does Dr. Christopher Rizk specialize in?
Dr. Christopher Rizk specializes in Pathology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Christopher Rizk practice?
Dr. Christopher Rizk practices at Houston Radiology Associated in Houston, Texas.
Does Dr. Christopher Rizk accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Christopher Rizk accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 269 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Christopher Rizk's NPI number?
Dr. Christopher Rizk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134514979. 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 Dr. Christopher Rizk been practicing?
Dr. Christopher Rizk has approximately 11 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2015.