Christopher Chuinard, M.D.
NPI 1205926268 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Traverse City, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Chuinard, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Traverse City, MI (NPI 1205926268).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205926268
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301088953 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
790 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 295 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 109 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 78 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 68 | $52 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 44 | $65 |
| Prosthetic Repair of Shoulder Joint, Total Shoulder23472 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 464 | 181 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 52 | 49 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 39 | 38 |
| Gabapentin | 37 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 29 | 28 |
| Nabumetone | 20 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | 17 |
| Mupirocin | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$159,086 across 26 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2020-10-26
- Certified
- 2020-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Chuinard's NPI number?
- Christopher Chuinard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205926268, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Chuinard's specialty?
- Christopher Chuinard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Chuinard located?
- Christopher Chuinard's practice location on file with NPPES is 4045 W Royal Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684-8965.
- What is Christopher Chuinard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Chuinard is (231) 935-0900.
- Does Christopher Chuinard accept Medicare?
- Christopher Chuinard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Chuinard's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Chuinard's NPI (1205926268) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.