Christopher Mesa, M.D.
NPI 1598150542 · Rheumatology Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Mesa, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1598150542).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598150542
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 309142 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 349 | 124 |
| Prednisone | 338 | 126 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 308 | 110 |
| Gabapentin | 181 | 74 |
| Folic Acid | 169 | 107 |
| Leflunomide | 163 | 65 |
| Celecoxib | 84 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$86,393 across 126 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 (1)
- 1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 3100Marrero, LA 70072-3083Phone: (504) 934-8461Fax: (504) 371-3811
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-06
- Last updated
- 2026-03-27
- Certified
- 2026-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Mesa's NPI number?
- Christopher Mesa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598150542, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Mesa's specialty?
- Christopher Mesa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Mesa located?
- Christopher Mesa's practice location on file with NPPES is 2510 Sw 27th Ave Ste 101, Miami, FL 33133-2164.
- What is Christopher Mesa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Mesa is (786) 703-7000.
- Does Christopher Mesa accept Medicare?
- Christopher Mesa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Mesa's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Mesa's NPI (1598150542) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.