Christopher Lindsay, MD
NPI 1205364296 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Arden, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Lindsay, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Arden, NC (NPI 1205364296).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205364296
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R-10973 (IA)
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
9 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
1,323 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 | 364 | $120 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 282 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 228 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 114 | $157 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 82 | $110 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 399 | 156 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 97 | 41 |
| Methocarbamol | 85 | 49 |
| Meloxicam | 75 | 22 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 64 | 49 |
| Methylprednisolone | 56 | 40 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 27 | 11 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,289 across 15 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)
- 200 Hawkins Dr Dept ofIowa City, IA 52242-1009Phone: (319) 356-2223Fax: (319) 353-6754
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-06-02
- Last updated
- 2025-04-18
- Certified
- 2025-04-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Lindsay's NPI number?
- Christopher Lindsay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205364296, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Lindsay's specialty?
- Christopher Lindsay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Lindsay located?
- Christopher Lindsay's practice location on file with NPPES is 2585 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704-9577.
- What is Christopher Lindsay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Lindsay is (828) 258-8800.
- Does Christopher Lindsay accept Medicare?
- Christopher Lindsay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Lindsay's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Lindsay's NPI (1205364296) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.