Chris Pallia, MD
NPI 1497751457 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Coronado, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chris Pallia, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Coronado, CA (NPI 1497751457).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497751457
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A74481 (CA)
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
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
786 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 | 219 | $137 |
| Measurement of Range of Motion in Arm, Leg Or Each Spine Section95851 | 201 | $24 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 125 | $113 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 88 | $177 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 43 | $192 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 82 | 30 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 52 | 24 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 39 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 26 |
| Ibuprofen | 30 | — |
| Methylprednisolone | 27 | 22 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$87 across 4 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
- 2005-06-24
- Last updated
- 2008-09-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chris Pallia's NPI number?
- Chris Pallia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497751457, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chris Pallia's specialty?
- Chris Pallia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chris Pallia located?
- Chris Pallia's practice location on file with NPPES is 230 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA 92118-1976.
- What is Chris Pallia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chris Pallia is (619) 435-7282.
- Does Chris Pallia accept Medicare?
- Chris Pallia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chris Pallia's NPI active?
- Yes — Chris Pallia's NPI (1497751457) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-09-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.