Jennifer Ruth Christenson, D.O.

Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck

Otolaryngology

Jennifer Ruth Christenson is a Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck specialist based in Coos Bay, OR with over 8 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(541) 267-5151Coos Bay, OR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across OR can see Jennifer Ruth Christenson, D.O. in person in Coos Bay or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 2018), she has been practicing for over 8 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Oregon
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 5 Otolaryngology providers in ORSee all Otolaryngology in Coos Bay8+ years experienceNPI since 2012

Older · 1952dNPPES updated 2021-01-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1900 Woodland Dr, Coos Bay, OR 97420-2099

Fax: (407) 425-5203
Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-4%)45%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-10%)24%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-10%)20%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2018

    Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 17, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 8 years in practice

    Established

An otolaryngologist with additional training in plastic and reconstructive procedures within the head, face, neck and associated structures, including cutaneous head and neck oncology and reconstruction, management of maxillofacial trauma, soft tissue repair and neural surgery. The field is diverse and involves a wide age range of patients, from the newborn to the aged. While both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries are practiced, there are many additional procedures which interface with them.

Taxonomy: 207YX0007X

Education & Training

Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2018)

Virtual Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck Care With Jennifer Ruth Christenson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jennifer Ruth Christenson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Coos Bay required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jennifer Ruth Christenson

Dr. Christenson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Coos Bay, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (541) 267-5151.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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