Christopher Luther, D.O.
NPI 1285013169 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Luther, D.O. is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1285013169).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285013169
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,143 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 316 | $89 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 257 | $69 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 139 | $110 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 83 | $47 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 77 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 150 | 89 |
| Ibuprofen | 100 | 71 |
| Gabapentin | 94 | 71 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 94 | 83 |
| Meloxicam | 31 | — |
| Celecoxib | 22 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 19 | 13 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$159 across 6 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)
- 1521 E Tangerine Rd Ste 337Oro Valley, AZ 85755-6223Phone: (520) 901-6380Fax: (520) 901-6381
- 6200 N La Cholla BlvdTucson, AZ 85741-3529Phone: (520) 382-0458
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-05-25
- Last updated
- 2025-08-23
- Certified
- 2025-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Luther's NPI number?
- Christopher Luther's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285013169, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Luther's specialty?
- Christopher Luther is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Luther located?
- Christopher Luther's practice location on file with NPPES is 1871 W Orange Grove Rd Ste 135, Tucson, AZ 85704-1289.
- What is Christopher Luther's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Luther is (520) 382-3050.
- Does Christopher Luther accept Medicare?
- Christopher Luther is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Luther's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Luther's NPI (1285013169) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.