Christopher Barton, MD
NPI 1770016107 · Anesthesiology Physician · Missoula, MT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Barton, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Missoula, MT (NPI 1770016107).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770016107
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD61343460 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
450 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 295 | $206 |
| Critical Care, Each Additional 30 Minutes99292 | 38 | $104 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 27 | $13 |
| Insertion of Artery Tube for Blood Sampling Or Infusion Through Skin36620 | 19 | $43 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 16 | $139 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 16 | $131 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 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 (1)
- 1717 S J StTacoma, WA 98405-4933Phone: (253) 985-6403Fax: (253) 985-6847
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-04-04
- Last updated
- 2023-10-06
- Certified
- 2023-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Barton's NPI number?
- Christopher Barton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770016107, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Barton's specialty?
- Christopher Barton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Barton located?
- Christopher Barton's practice location on file with NPPES is 2825 Stockyard Rd Ste I-200, Missoula, MT 59808-1548.
- What is Christopher Barton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Barton is (406) 728-8420.
- Does Christopher Barton accept Medicare?
- Christopher Barton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Barton's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Barton's NPI (1770016107) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.