Christopher Lichtenwalter, M.D.
NPI 1275582132 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Mesa, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Lichtenwalter, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Mesa, AZ (NPI 1275582132).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275582132
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 43102 (AZ)
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
20 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
20,140 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 3,541 | $43 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 3,225 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 2,076 | $115 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 2,013 | $56 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 1,967 | $42 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 73 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,687 | 649 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,178 | 460 |
| Losartan Potassium | 1,068 | 415 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 907 | 369 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 883 | 345 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 786 | 278 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,469 across 61 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
- 2006-05-09
- Last updated
- 2012-06-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Lichtenwalter's NPI number?
- Christopher Lichtenwalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275582132, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Lichtenwalter's specialty?
- Christopher Lichtenwalter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Lichtenwalter located?
- Christopher Lichtenwalter's practice location on file with NPPES is 10238 E Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85209-3316.
- What is Christopher Lichtenwalter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Lichtenwalter is (480) 889-1573.
- Does Christopher Lichtenwalter accept Medicare?
- Christopher Lichtenwalter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Lichtenwalter's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Lichtenwalter's NPI (1275582132) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.