Christopher Longnecker, M.D.
NPI 1255334777 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Joplin, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Longnecker, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Joplin, MO (NPI 1255334777).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255334777
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2004027787 (MO)
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
21 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
4,881 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 979 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 605 | $73 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 557 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 441 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 237 | $61 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 78 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carvedilol | 1,125 | 297 |
| Spironolactone | 1,088 | 298 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,069 | 268 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 976 | 179 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 949 | 238 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 824 | 233 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$709 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-30
- Last updated
- 2011-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Longnecker's NPI number?
- Christopher Longnecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255334777, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Longnecker's specialty?
- Christopher Longnecker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Longnecker located?
- Christopher Longnecker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1102 W 32nd St, Joplin, MO 64804-3503.
- What is Christopher Longnecker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Longnecker is (417) 347-5000.
- Does Christopher Longnecker accept Medicare?
- Christopher Longnecker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Longnecker's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Longnecker's NPI (1255334777) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.