Christopher Palmer, D.O.
NPI 1922362565 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Palmer, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1922362565).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922362565
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2012017829 (MO)
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
13 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
1,268 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 205 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 175 | $159 |
| Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Operation Using Imaging Guidance0055T | 157 | $245 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 153 | $120 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 122 | $1,206 |
| Application of Stress By Physician for Joint Imaging77071 | 109 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 445 | 278 |
| Amoxicillin | 416 | 208 |
| Celecoxib | 342 | 251 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 317 | 94 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 289 | 280 |
| Pregabalin | 281 | 230 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 181 | 106 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15,604 across 69 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)
- 1011 Bowles Ave Ste 100Fenton, MO 63026-2387Phone: (314) 849-0311Fax: (314) 849-4423
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-28
- Last updated
- 2025-08-19
- Certified
- 2025-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Palmer's NPI number?
- Christopher Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922362565, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Palmer's specialty?
- Christopher Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Palmer located?
- Christopher Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 115, Saint Louis, MO 63128-2786.
- What is Christopher Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Palmer is (314) 849-0311.
- Does Christopher Palmer accept Medicare?
- Christopher Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Palmer's NPI (1922362565) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.