Richard Christensen

Endocrinology in Boise, Idaho

Practice Details

Address
403 South 11th St
Boise, ID 83702
Geocoded location: 43.6144, -116.2099
Taxonomy
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Credential
MD
NPPES Enumeration
Listed with NPPES since 2006
Sole Proprietor
No
Provider Gender (NPPES)
Male
NPPES Record Updated
September 2022

About This Clinician

This clinician is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

Locally, this is 1 of 11 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practices in Boise carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

  • •A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
  • •Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
  • •A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
  • •Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of Richard Christensen's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 208-429-0300.

GLP-1 access in Boise, Idaho

Adult obesity rate
31.1%
#30 of 50 states (CDC BRFSS)
Avg. compounded semaglutide
$199/mo
Typical Idaho telehealth cash price
Medicaid GLP-1 coverage
Diabetes only
Idaho Medicaid, obesity indication

About 31.1% of Idaho adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #30 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 39 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Boise. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through Idaho telehealth averages about $199/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more Idaho options on the best Idaho GLP-1 providers page, browse every Boise listing in the Boise clinic directory, or read the Idaho Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.

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Telehealth Alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMS National Provider registry lists Richard Christensen's specialty taxonomy but not the specific medications it prescribes or its current service menu. Richard Christensen is listed under Endocrinology, a field where GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are commonly prescribed — but whether this practice currently offers them isn't recorded in the registry. Call the practice at 208-429-0300 to confirm before booking.
According to its CMS National Provider registry (NPPES) record, Richard Christensen's primary specialty on file is Endocrinology.
Richard Christensen is located at 403 South 11th St, Boise, ID 83702. The phone number listed in the registry is 208-429-0300. Its full record is public in the CMS National Provider registry under NPI 1346272127.
New-patient status isn't recorded in the CMS National Provider registry, so we can't confirm whether Richard Christensen is currently accepting new patients. Call the practice at 208-429-0300 to confirm availability, cash-pay pricing, and whether the services you need are offered — this listing reflects the NPPES taxonomy on file and is not an endorsement.