Christopher Stafford, M.D.
NPI 1275613796 · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Critical Care (intensivists) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Stafford, M.D. is a Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1275613796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275613796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A89274 (CA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
559 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 | 131 | $119 |
| 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 | 90 | $16 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 85 | $199 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 51 | $84 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 42 | $74 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 130 | 33 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 111 | 39 |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 74 | 17 |
| Tiotropium Bromidebrand: Spiriva Respimat | 47 | 12 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 36 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 34 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55 across 2 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 (2)
- 3225 Chanate RoadSutter Medical Center Santa RosaSanta Rosa, CA 95404Phone: (707) 576-4000
- 955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902-5441Phone: (843) 522-5775Fax: (843) 522-5975
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-17
- Last updated
- 2024-11-18
- Certified
- 2024-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Stafford's NPI number?
- Christopher Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275613796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Stafford's specialty?
- Christopher Stafford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Stafford located?
- Christopher Stafford's practice location on file with NPPES is 34800 Bob Wilson Dr, San Diego, CA 92134-1098.
- What is Christopher Stafford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Stafford is (619) 532-5990.
- Does Christopher Stafford accept Medicare?
- Christopher Stafford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Stafford's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Stafford's NPI (1275613796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.