Antonio Christophy, D.O.
NPI 1871897678 · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician · La Mesa, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Antonio Christophy, D.O. is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician provider in La Mesa, CA (NPI 1871897678).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871897678
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20A15088 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 216 | 86 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 215 | 105 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 175 | 77 |
| Dabigatran Etexilate Mesylatebrand: Pradaxa | 143 | 69 |
| Spironolactone | 138 | 64 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 134 | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$355 across 7 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)
- 9898 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037-1205Phone: (858) 824-5073Fax: (858) 964-3117
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-01-07
- Last updated
- 2023-09-21
- Certified
- 2021-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Antonio Christophy's NPI number?
- Antonio Christophy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871897678, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Antonio Christophy's specialty?
- Antonio Christophy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Antonio Christophy located?
- Antonio Christophy's practice location on file with NPPES is 10862 Calle Verde, La Mesa, CA 91941-7340.
- What is Antonio Christophy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Antonio Christophy is (619) 670-5400.
- Does Antonio Christophy accept Medicare?
- Antonio Christophy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Antonio Christophy's NPI active?
- Yes — Antonio Christophy's NPI (1871897678) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.