Christopher Cook, M.D.
NPI 1215158175 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lebanon, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Cook, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lebanon, TN (NPI 1215158175).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215158175
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD0000043468 (TN)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,435 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 | 639 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 621 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 273 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 162 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 113 | $102 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 289 | 238 |
| Mupirocin | 171 | 160 |
| Amoxicillin | 155 | 71 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 154 | 112 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 99 | 68 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 93 | 70 |
| Meloxicam | 87 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,440 across 10 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)
- 5651 Frist BlvdSuite 200Hermitage, TN 37076-2054Phone: (615) 885-0200Fax: (615) 885-0267
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2025-04-23
- Certified
- 2025-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Cook's NPI number?
- Christopher Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215158175, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Cook's specialty?
- Christopher Cook is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Cook located?
- Christopher Cook's practice location on file with NPPES is 1035 S Hartmann Dr, Lebanon, TN 37090-4064.
- What is Christopher Cook's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Cook is (615) 321-0200.
- Does Christopher Cook accept Medicare?
- Christopher Cook is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Cook's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Cook's NPI (1215158175) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.