Christopher Bechtel, M.D.
NPI 1851618854 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Cleveland, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Bechtel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Cleveland, OH (NPI 1851618854).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851618854
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD457405 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
690 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 132 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 106 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 83 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 72 | $43 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 106 | 56 |
| Ibuprofen | 51 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin | 46 | 43 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 15 |
| Methylprednisolone | 40 | 26 |
| Meloxicam | 38 | 23 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 29 | 15 |
| Naproxen | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$651 across 6 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
- 2010-04-29
- Last updated
- 2021-02-02
- Certified
- 2021-01-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Bechtel's NPI number?
- Christopher Bechtel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851618854, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Bechtel's specialty?
- Christopher Bechtel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Bechtel located?
- Christopher Bechtel's practice location on file with NPPES is 11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-1716.
- What is Christopher Bechtel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Bechtel is (216) 844-8447.
- Does Christopher Bechtel accept Medicare?
- Christopher Bechtel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Bechtel's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Bechtel's NPI (1851618854) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.