Christopher Rippel, MD
NPI 1790945319 · Urology Physician · Christiansburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Rippel, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Christiansburg, VA (NPI 1790945319).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790945319
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101253941 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
967 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 184 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 159 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 151 | $174 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 119 | $2 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 58 | $228 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 57 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 97 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 65 | 47 |
| Cephalexin | 50 | 41 |
| Finasteride | 40 | 14 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 33 | 11 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 21 | 14 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1970 Roanoke BlvdSalem, VA 24153-6404Phone: (540) 982-2463
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-17
- Last updated
- 2023-05-09
- Certified
- 2022-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Rippel's NPI number?
- Christopher Rippel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790945319, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Rippel's specialty?
- Christopher Rippel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Rippel located?
- Christopher Rippel's practice location on file with NPPES is 120 Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg, VA 24073-4863.
- What is Christopher Rippel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Rippel is (540) 382-3440.
- Does Christopher Rippel accept Medicare?
- Christopher Rippel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Rippel's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Rippel's NPI (1790945319) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.