Kristopher Sanders, M.D.
NPI 1730405531 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristopher Sanders, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1730405531).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730405531
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 51289 (TN)
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
16 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
1,131 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 193 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 148 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 138 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 96 | $41 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 79 | $1,184 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 109 | 103 |
| Ibuprofen | 98 | 80 |
| Cefadroxil | 90 | 89 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 88 | 75 |
| Amoxicillin | 78 | 49 |
| Methocarbamol | 73 | 69 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 58 | 55 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$276 across 8 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
- 2010-04-19
- Last updated
- 2016-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristopher Sanders's NPI number?
- Kristopher Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730405531, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristopher Sanders's specialty?
- Kristopher Sanders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristopher Sanders located?
- Kristopher Sanders's practice location on file with NPPES is 979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136.
- What is Kristopher Sanders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristopher Sanders is (423) 778-4900.
- Does Kristopher Sanders accept Medicare?
- Kristopher Sanders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristopher Sanders's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristopher Sanders's NPI (1730405531) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.