Christopher Black, M.D.
NPI 1396727749 · Family Medicine Physician · Watertown, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Black, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Watertown, NY (NPI 1396727749).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396727749
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 185396 (NY)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,504 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 625 | $102 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 419 | $126 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 200 | $71 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 138 | $102 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 56 | $78 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99315 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 181 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 525 | 94 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 503 | 151 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 432 | 124 |
| Furosemide | 412 | 123 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 266 | 76 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 260 | 82 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$112 across 1 record (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 (1)
- 321 Genesee StOneida, NY 13421-2611Phone: (315) 363-6000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-18
- Last updated
- 2019-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Black's NPI number?
- Christopher Black's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396727749, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Black's specialty?
- Christopher Black is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Black located?
- Christopher Black's practice location on file with NPPES is 18983 US Route 11, Watertown, NY 13601-5320.
- What is Christopher Black's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Black is (315) 782-0059.
- Does Christopher Black accept Medicare?
- Christopher Black is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Black's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Black's NPI (1396727749) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.