Christopher Mertes, M.D.
NPI 1215928585 · Family Medicine Physician · Blacksburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Mertes, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Blacksburg, VA (NPI 1215928585).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215928585
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101238380 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,387 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 491 | $124 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 313 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 221 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 143 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 48 | $88 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 83 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 297 | 80 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 175 | 43 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 153 | 38 |
| Omeprazole | 142 | 42 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 125 | 35 |
| Chlorthalidone | 121 | 34 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-04
- Last updated
- 2011-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Mertes's NPI number?
- Christopher Mertes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215928585, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Mertes's specialty?
- Christopher Mertes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Mertes located?
- Christopher Mertes's practice location on file with NPPES is 901 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24060-3833.
- What is Christopher Mertes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Mertes is (540) 951-0352.
- Does Christopher Mertes accept Medicare?
- Christopher Mertes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Mertes's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Mertes's NPI (1215928585) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.