Christopher Gilbert, M.D.
NPI 1487657243 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Escondido, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Gilbert, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Escondido, CA (NPI 1487657243).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487657243
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A35403 (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
21 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
1,267 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 710 | $137 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 86 | $15 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 71 | $210 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 66 | $30 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 62 | $208 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 481 | 162 |
| Ezetimibe | 260 | 87 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 188 | 57 |
| Furosemide | 160 | 52 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 133 | 45 |
| Losartan Potassium | 132 | 38 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 123 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$249 across 13 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2012-10-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Gilbert's NPI number?
- Christopher Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487657243, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Gilbert's specialty?
- Christopher Gilbert is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Gilbert located?
- Christopher Gilbert's practice location on file with NPPES is 1955 W Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029-4113.
- What is Christopher Gilbert's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Gilbert is (760) 743-0546.
- Does Christopher Gilbert accept Medicare?
- Christopher Gilbert is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Gilbert's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Gilbert's NPI (1487657243) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.