Christopher Chittum, M.D.
NPI 1548286412 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Spartanburg, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Chittum, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Spartanburg, SC (NPI 1548286412).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548286412
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21230 (SC)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,272 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 1,886 | $23 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 491 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 196 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Entire Middle and Lower Spine, 2-3 Views72082 | 173 | $63 |
| X-Ray for Bone Length Assessment77073 | 166 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 162 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 61 | 28 |
| Meloxicam | 55 | 27 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 31 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 36 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 34 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 30 | 18 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,486 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Chittum's NPI number?
- Christopher Chittum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548286412, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Chittum's specialty?
- Christopher Chittum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Chittum located?
- Christopher Chittum's practice location on file with NPPES is 1075 Boiling Springs Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303-2248.
- What is Christopher Chittum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Chittum is (864) 583-7265.
- Does Christopher Chittum accept Medicare?
- Christopher Chittum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Chittum's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Chittum's NPI (1548286412) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.