Christopher Putman, MD
NPI 1942228960 · Neuroradiology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Putman, MD is a Neuroradiology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1942228960).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942228960
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neuroradiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101231484 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
136 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 25 | $14 |
| Imaging of Blood Vessel75898 | 17 | $92 |
| Insertion of Tube Into External Neck Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36227 | 16 | $161 |
| Occlusion of Central Nervous System Or Spinal Cord Artery61624 | 15 | $1,123 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Internal Neck Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36224 | 14 | $405 |
| Removal of Blood Clot and Injection to Dissolve Blood Clot From Head Artery Using Fluoroscopic Guidance61645 | 13 | $909 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$256 across 4 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)
- 2722 Merrilee Dr230Fairfax, VA 22031-4420Phone: (703) 698-4444Fax: (703) 204-0116
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2023-08-04
- Certified
- 2023-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Putman's NPI number?
- Christopher Putman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942228960, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Putman's specialty?
- Christopher Putman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neuroradiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Putman located?
- Christopher Putman's practice location on file with NPPES is 4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 520, Torrance, CA 90503-4525.
- What is Christopher Putman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Putman is (424) 212-5361.
- Does Christopher Putman accept Medicare?
- Christopher Putman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Putman's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Putman's NPI (1942228960) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.