Christopher Pizzola, MD
NPI 1164840831 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Pizzola, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1164840831).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164840831
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020-00512 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,041 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 369 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 340 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 183 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 79 | $166 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 42 | $124 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 140 | 21 |
| Prednisone | 102 | 30 |
| Anastrozole | 85 | 24 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 83 | 18 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 80 | 13 |
| Ruxolitinib Phosphatebrand: Jakafi | 76 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 73 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$300 across 16 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)
- 1333 S Dickinson DrUnit 200Leland, NC 28451-6430Phone: (910) 667-3000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-03-31
- Last updated
- 2021-05-27
- Certified
- 2021-05-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Pizzola's NPI number?
- Christopher Pizzola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164840831, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Pizzola's specialty?
- Christopher Pizzola is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Pizzola located?
- Christopher Pizzola's practice location on file with NPPES is 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401-7407.
- What is Christopher Pizzola's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Pizzola is (910) 667-3000.
- Does Christopher Pizzola accept Medicare?
- Christopher Pizzola is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Pizzola's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Pizzola's NPI (1164840831) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.