John Starr, M. D.
NPI 1609969427 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Starr, M. D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Chevy Chase, MD (NPI 1609969427).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609969427
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD 19717 (DC)
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
1,212 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 | 457 | $131 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 240 | $42 |
| Fusion of Additional Segment of Spine22614 | 105 | $348 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 94 | $196 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 44 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 37 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 30 | 16 |
| Meloxicam | 22 | — |
| Diazepam | 17 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 16 | — |
| Methylprednisolone | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$511 across 3 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
- 2006-10-02
- Last updated
- 2010-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Starr's NPI number?
- John Starr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609969427, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Starr's specialty?
- John Starr is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Starr located?
- John Starr's practice location on file with NPPES is 5454 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-6901.
- What is John Starr's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Starr is (301) 657-1996.
- Does John Starr accept Medicare?
- John Starr is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Starr's NPI active?
- Yes — John Starr's NPI (1609969427) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.