Christopher Blackman, MD
NPI 1871530568 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Blackman, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1871530568).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871530568
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200501090 (NC)
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
20 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
854 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 353 | $85 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 158 | $56 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 110 | $31 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 75 | $103 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 71 | $30 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis27130 | 41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 355 | 147 |
| Methocarbamol | 248 | 121 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 232 | 100 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 178 | 104 |
| Gabapentin | 149 | 66 |
| Meloxicam | 144 | 34 |
| Celecoxib | 135 | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$144 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1211 Virginia StGreensboro, NC 27401-1313Phone: (336) 275-0927
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-01
- Last updated
- 2024-02-28
- Certified
- 2024-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Blackman's NPI number?
- Christopher Blackman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871530568, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Blackman's specialty?
- Christopher Blackman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Blackman located?
- Christopher Blackman's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 W Northwood St, Greensboro, NC 27401-6111.
- What is Christopher Blackman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Blackman is (336) 275-0927.
- Does Christopher Blackman accept Medicare?
- Christopher Blackman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Blackman's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Blackman's NPI (1871530568) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.