Christopher Avendano, M.D.
NPI 1003868126 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Sandusky, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Avendano, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Sandusky, OH (NPI 1003868126).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003868126
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35069636 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,735 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 872 | $75 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 297 | $8 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 276 | $11 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 241 | $125 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 185 | $10 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 181 | $207 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 313 | 76 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 242 | 91 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 120 | 29 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 113 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 94 | 45 |
| Theophylline Anhydrousbrand: Theophylline Er | 82 | 18 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-17
- Last updated
- 2012-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Avendano's NPI number?
- Christopher Avendano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003868126, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Avendano's specialty?
- Christopher Avendano is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Avendano located?
- Christopher Avendano's practice location on file with NPPES is 2800 Hayes Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870-7248.
- What is Christopher Avendano's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Avendano is (419) 609-7506.
- Does Christopher Avendano accept Medicare?
- Christopher Avendano is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Avendano's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Avendano's NPI (1003868126) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.