Christy Risinger, M.D.
Christy Risinger is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Austin, TX with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TX can see Christy Risinger, M.D. in person in Austin or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6742dNPPES updated 2007-12-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8913 Collinfield Dr, Austin, TX 78758-6704
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.45%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
31
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
858
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $131k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$122 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Christy Risinger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Georgetown University School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
3706 South First St, Austin, TX 78704
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christy Risinger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christy Risinger for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Austin required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christy Risinger
NPI records show Dr. Risinger as active with telehealth listed in Austin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 324-6850.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christy Risinger
Practice Location
8913 Collinfield Dr, Austin, TX 78758-6704
Mailing Address
3706 South First St, Austin, TX 78704
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