Christopher Lord, M.D.
NPI 1497165070 · Otolaryngology Physician · Hixson, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Lord, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Hixson, TN (NPI 1497165070).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497165070
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 71494 (TN)
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
424 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 | 98 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 64 | $105 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 48 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 41 | $152 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 39 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 151 | 44 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 49 | 16 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 45 | 22 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 40 | — |
| Prednisone | 21 | 20 |
| Omeprazole | 18 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 12 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$190 across 8 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 (2)
- 2290 Ogletree Ave Ste 108Chattanooga, TN 37421-8828Phone: (423) 267-6738Fax: (423) 635-7544
- 2565 Business Park Dr NeCleveland, TN 37311-6503Phone: (423) 267-6738Fax: (423) 209-9106
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-05
- Last updated
- 2025-11-06
- Certified
- 2025-11-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Lord's NPI number?
- Christopher Lord's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497165070, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Lord's specialty?
- Christopher Lord is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Lord located?
- Christopher Lord's practice location on file with NPPES is 1724 Hamill Rd Ste 102, Hixson, TN 37343-5098.
- What is Christopher Lord's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Lord is (423) 267-6738.
- Does Christopher Lord accept Medicare?
- Christopher Lord is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Lord's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Lord's NPI (1497165070) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.