Christopher Metz, MD
NPI 1528068186 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Brainerd, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Metz, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Brainerd, MN (NPI 1528068186).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528068186
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 40577 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,577 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 385 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 342 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 164 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 126 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 123 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 136 | 90 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 108 | 90 |
| Cephalexin | 85 | 80 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 50 | 48 |
| Meloxicam | 33 | 18 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 | 19 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 19 | 14 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-26
- Last updated
- 2018-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Metz's NPI number?
- Christopher Metz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528068186, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Metz's specialty?
- Christopher Metz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Metz located?
- Christopher Metz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2014 S 6th St, Brainerd, MN 56401.
- What is Christopher Metz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Metz is (218) 829-7812.
- Does Christopher Metz accept Medicare?
- Christopher Metz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Metz's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Metz's NPI (1528068186) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.