Christopher Welder, MD
NPI 1477903144 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Cedar Rapids, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Welder, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Cedar Rapids, IA (NPI 1477903144).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477903144
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-48764 (IA)
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
10 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
7,114 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 973 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 709 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 606 | $9 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 593 | $47 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 471 | $11 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 436 | $37 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009Phone: (319) 356-3444
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-06-14
- Last updated
- 2022-06-28
- Certified
- 2022-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Welder's NPI number?
- Christopher Welder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477903144, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Welder's specialty?
- Christopher Welder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Welder located?
- Christopher Welder's practice location on file with NPPES is 1948 1st Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-5377.
- What is Christopher Welder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Welder is (319) 364-0121.
- Does Christopher Welder accept Medicare?
- Christopher Welder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Welder's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Welder's NPI (1477903144) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.