Christian Linz, D.O.
NPI 1447373899 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Washington, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christian Linz, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Washington, MO (NPI 1447373899).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447373899
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2005015441 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
539 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 | 86 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 70 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 63 | $8 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 58 | $64 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 55 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 55 | $12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 329 | 197 |
| Cephalexin | 174 | 89 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 139 | 98 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 72 | 44 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 44 | 24 |
| Cefdinir | 34 | 32 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,292 across 21 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-09
- Last updated
- 2014-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christian Linz's NPI number?
- Christian Linz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447373899, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christian Linz's specialty?
- Christian Linz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christian Linz located?
- Christian Linz's practice location on file with NPPES is 901 Patients First Dr, Washington, MO 63090-4700.
- What is Christian Linz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christian Linz is (636) 239-9011.
- Does Christian Linz accept Medicare?
- Christian Linz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christian Linz's NPI active?
- Yes — Christian Linz's NPI (1447373899) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.