Christopher Phelps, M.D.
NPI 1700075637 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Phelps, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1700075637).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700075637
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M7522 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,524 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 | 741 | $122 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 409 | $38 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 292 | $69 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 237 | $1,219 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 157 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 147 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 385 | 246 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 354 | 224 |
| Gabapentin | 346 | 229 |
| Cephalexin | 332 | 208 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 186 | 171 |
| Meloxicam | 182 | 105 |
| Methocarbamol | 171 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,117 across 10 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
- 2007-10-16
- Last updated
- 2014-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Phelps's NPI number?
- Christopher Phelps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700075637, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Phelps's specialty?
- Christopher Phelps is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Phelps located?
- Christopher Phelps's practice location on file with NPPES is 1139 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 500, San Antonio, TX 78258-4352.
- What is Christopher Phelps's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Phelps is (210) 545-7171.
- Does Christopher Phelps accept Medicare?
- Christopher Phelps is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Phelps's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Phelps's NPI (1700075637) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.