Christopher Graves, MD
NPI 1235458399 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Springfield, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Graves, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Springfield, IL (NPI 1235458399).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235458399
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036143242 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
16 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
3,565 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 | 753 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 275 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 259 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 252 | $34 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 200 | $257 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 163 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 561 | 236 |
| Celecoxib | 195 | 95 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 89 | 50 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 28 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 25 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 11 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$35,546 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 210 E Gray StLouisville, KY 40202-3900Phone: (502) 584-7525Fax: (502) 584-6851
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-27
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
- Certified
- 2020-04-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Graves's NPI number?
- Christopher Graves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235458399, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Graves's specialty?
- Christopher Graves is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Graves located?
- Christopher Graves's practice location on file with NPPES is 1301 S Koke Mill Rd, Springfield, IL 62711-9252.
- What is Christopher Graves's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Graves is (217) 547-9100.
- Does Christopher Graves accept Medicare?
- Christopher Graves is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Graves's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Graves's NPI (1235458399) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.