Christine Lian, M.D.
NPI 1437356516 · Dermatopathology Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Lian, M.D. is a Dermatopathology Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1437356516).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437356516
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 245009 (MA)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,356 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 680 | $38 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 252 | $29 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 201 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 83 | $27 |
| Surgical Pathology Consultation and Report on Referred Slides Prepared Elsewhere88321 | 77 | $85 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 37 | $84 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2696Phone: (617) 732-5500Fax: (617) 732-5500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-02
- Last updated
- 2026-02-11
- Certified
- 2026-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Lian's NPI number?
- Christine Lian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437356516, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Lian's specialty?
- Christine Lian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Lian located?
- Christine Lian's practice location on file with NPPES is 281 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605-2138.
- What is Christine Lian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Lian is (508) 334-8015.
- Does Christine Lian accept Medicare?
- Christine Lian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Lian's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Lian's NPI (1437356516) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.