Christopher Barber, MD
NPI 1487762464 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Barber, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1487762464).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487762464
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32623 (NC)
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
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,285 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 684 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 375 | $120 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 146 | $222 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 106 | $156 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 82 | $96 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Supervision By Physician |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 468 | 148 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 310 | 93 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 236 | 72 |
| Losartan Potassium | 229 | 67 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 225 | 71 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 224 | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$583 across 11 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 (4)
- 800 Jefferson StSte 112Whiteville, NC 28472-3710Phone: (910) 642-8164
- 1960 S 16th StWilmington, NC 28401-6676Phone: (910) 343-9991
- 5145 S College RdWilmington, NC 28412-2207Phone: (910) 792-1144
- 7420 Market StWilmington, NC 28411-9453Phone: (910) 686-2525
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2021-05-27
- Certified
- 2021-05-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Barber's NPI number?
- Christopher Barber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487762464, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Barber's specialty?
- Christopher Barber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Barber located?
- Christopher Barber's practice location on file with NPPES is 1415 Physicians Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401-7338.
- What is Christopher Barber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Barber is (910) 662-9500.
- Does Christopher Barber accept Medicare?
- Christopher Barber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Barber's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Barber's NPI (1487762464) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.