Christen Mellano, M.D.
NPI 1396980074 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christen Mellano, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1396980074).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396980074
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A110932 (CA)
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
17 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
1,595 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 | 374 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 320 | $137 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 259 | $102 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure With Computerized Image Postprocessing76377 | 86 | $69 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 85 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 107 | 81 |
| Gabapentin | 71 | 58 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 56 | 48 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 52 | 49 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 36 | 29 |
| Methylprednisolone | 33 | 31 |
| Ibuprofen | 25 | 18 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$425 across 20 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 (1)
- 11160 Warner Ave Ste 311Fountain Valley, CA 92708-4055Phone: (714) 850-7300Fax: (714) 850-7310
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-12-09
- Last updated
- 2020-11-03
- Certified
- 2020-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christen Mellano's NPI number?
- Christen Mellano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396980074, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christen Mellano's specialty?
- Christen Mellano is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christen Mellano located?
- Christen Mellano's practice location on file with NPPES is 23600 Telo Ave, Torrance, CA 90505-4035.
- What is Christen Mellano's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christen Mellano is (310) 257-1500.
- Does Christen Mellano accept Medicare?
- Christen Mellano is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christen Mellano's NPI active?
- Yes — Christen Mellano's NPI (1396980074) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.