Christopher Anderson, PA-C
NPI 1144817677 · Physician Assistant · Salem, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Anderson, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Salem, VA (NPI 1144817677).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144817677
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Medical Physician Assistant363AM0700X
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
5 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
209 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 53 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 42 | $73 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 33 | $166 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 26 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 25 | $92 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 59 | 33 |
| Celecoxib | 41 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 19 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 17 | 12 |
| Cephalexin | 12 | 12 |
| Methylprednisolone | 12 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 11 | — |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$162 across 9 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 125 Akers Farm Rd Ste CdChristiansburg, VA 24073-4866Phone: (540) 554-7121
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-12-30
- Last updated
- 2024-06-04
- Certified
- 2024-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Anderson's NPI number?
- Christopher Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144817677, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Anderson's specialty?
- Christopher Anderson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Christopher Anderson located?
- Christopher Anderson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1802 Braeburn Dr, Salem, VA 24153-7357.
- What is Christopher Anderson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Anderson is (540) 772-3702.
- Does Christopher Anderson accept Medicare?
- Christopher Anderson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Anderson's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Anderson's NPI (1144817677) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.