Christos Pappas, M.D.
NPI 1407989569 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Shelton, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christos Pappas, M.D. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Shelton, CT (NPI 1407989569).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407989569
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 040101 (CT)
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
19 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
329 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 80 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 62 | $95 |
| Injection of Chemical Agent Into Single Incompetent Vein of Leg Using Ultrasound Guidance36465 | 39 | $1,358 |
| Destruction of First Incompetent Vein of Arm Or Leg Using Radiofrequency and Imaging Guidance36475 | 39 | $1,124 |
| Injection of Chemical Agent Into Multiple Incompetent Veins of Leg36471 | 31 | $211 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$105 across 5 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)
- 51 Roses Mill RdMilford, CT 06460-8512Phone: (203) 426-5554Fax: (203) 992-4579
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-14
- Last updated
- 2024-01-08
- Certified
- 2024-01-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christos Pappas's NPI number?
- Christos Pappas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407989569, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christos Pappas's specialty?
- Christos Pappas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christos Pappas located?
- Christos Pappas's practice location on file with NPPES is 110 Commerce Dr, Shelton, CT 06484-6244.
- What is Christos Pappas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christos Pappas is (203) 426-5554.
- Does Christos Pappas accept Medicare?
- Christos Pappas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christos Pappas's NPI active?
- Yes — Christos Pappas's NPI (1407989569) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.