Christopher Lemmon, M.D.
NPI 1679955579 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Lemmon, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1679955579).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679955579
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD494770 (PA)
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
10 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
310 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 94 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 65 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 39 | $90 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 27 | $16 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 21 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dexamethasone | 72 | 44 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 56 | 38 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 28 | 21 |
| Osimertinib Mesylatebrand: Tagrisso | 24 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 22 | — |
| Olanzapine | 20 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 20 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 across 4 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
- 2015-06-26
- Last updated
- 2026-05-25
- Certified
- 2026-05-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Lemmon's NPI number?
- Christopher Lemmon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679955579, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Lemmon's specialty?
- Christopher Lemmon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Lemmon located?
- Christopher Lemmon's practice location on file with NPPES is 5115 Centre Ave Fl 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1301.
- What is Christopher Lemmon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Lemmon is (412) 692-4724.
- Does Christopher Lemmon accept Medicare?
- Christopher Lemmon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Lemmon's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Lemmon's NPI (1679955579) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.