Christopher Latanich, M.D.
NPI 1336434778 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Duluth, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Latanich, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Duluth, MN (NPI 1336434778).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336434778
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66088 (MN)
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
15 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
1,034 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Programming of Dual Lead Pacemaker System93280 | 321 | $35 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 89 | $11 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 80 | $8 |
| Programming of Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System93284 | 59 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 55 | $62 |
| Programming of Dual Lead Implantable Defibrillator System93283 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Flecainide Acetate | 98 | 26 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 64 | 29 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 51 | 19 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 44 | 14 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 32 | 15 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 27 | — |
| Sotalol Hclbrand: Sotalol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18,474 across 28 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)
- 1653 W Congress PkwyChicago, IL 60612-3833Phone: (312) 942-5352
- 1653 W Congress PkwyChicago, IL 60612-3833Phone: (312) 942-5352
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-14
- Last updated
- 2025-05-28
- Certified
- 2025-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Latanich's NPI number?
- Christopher Latanich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336434778, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Latanich's specialty?
- Christopher Latanich is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Latanich located?
- Christopher Latanich's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805.
- What is Christopher Latanich's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Latanich is (218) 786-8364.
- Does Christopher Latanich accept Medicare?
- Christopher Latanich is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Latanich's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Latanich's NPI (1336434778) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.