Christopher Chiu, MD
NPI 1629237870 · Pediatrics Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Chiu, MD is a Pediatrics Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1629237870).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629237870
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pediatrics PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.099676 (OH)
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 tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
21 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
301 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 | 79 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 66 | $73 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 52 | $56 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 42 | $78 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 27 | $30 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Re-Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians a |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 174 | 56 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 87 | 30 |
| Lisinopril | 73 | 29 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 47 | — |
| Gabapentin | 47 | 14 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 40 | — |
| Omeprazole | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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 (20)
- 26 Hospital DrAthens, OH 45701-2471Phone: (614) 722-2000
- 2599 S Hamilton RdColumbus, OH 43232-4964Phone: (614) 722-6200
- 4766 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43228-1613Phone: (614) 722-6200
- 1125 E Main StColumbus, OH 43205-1931Phone: (614) 722-6200
- 2857 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43204-2643Phone: (614) 722-2000
- 3553 Cleveland AveColumbus, OH 43224-2909Phone: (614) 722-2000
- 1657 Georgesville Square DrColumbus, OH 43228-3689Phone: (614) 722-2000
- 882 S Hamilton RdColumbus, OH 43213-3003Phone: (614) 722-2000
- 5070 N High StColumbus, OH 43214-1526Phone: (614) 722-6200
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-03
- Last updated
- 2026-03-11
- Certified
- 2026-03-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Chiu's NPI number?
- Christopher Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629237870, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Chiu's specialty?
- Christopher Chiu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pediatrics Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Chiu located?
- Christopher Chiu's practice location on file with NPPES is 320 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1280.
- What is Christopher Chiu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Chiu is (614) 293-7499.
- Does Christopher Chiu accept Medicare?
- Christopher Chiu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Chiu's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Chiu's NPI (1629237870) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.