Christopher Adams, M.D.
NPI 1871777615 · Dermatology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Adams, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1871777615).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871777615
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 241567 (MA)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,148 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 372 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 260 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 157 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 132 | $140 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 62 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 76 | 48 |
| Ketoconazole | 45 | 22 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 37 | 20 |
| Fluorouracil | 26 | 26 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | 17 | — |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 16 | 14 |
| Metronidazole | 16 | 13 |
| Ciclopirox | 14 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-12-27
- Last updated
- 2019-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Adams's NPI number?
- Christopher Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871777615, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Adams's specialty?
- Christopher Adams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Adams located?
- Christopher Adams's practice location on file with NPPES is 147 Milk St, Boston, MA 02109-4806.
- What is Christopher Adams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Adams is (617) 654-7240.
- Does Christopher Adams accept Medicare?
- Christopher Adams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Adams's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Adams's NPI (1871777615) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.