Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christian Heywood, M.D.
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Capitola, CA
- NPI 1942469952
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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4140 Jade St Ste 100
Capitola, CA 950103940
(831) 475-4024
fax (831) 475-4344 - Additional location
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1066 S Green Valley RD
Watsonville, CA 950764163
(831) 722-1444 - Additional location
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340 Dardanelli Ln Ste 10
Los Gatos, CA 950321418
(408) 412-8110
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 12, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A108711
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942469952. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
18,703
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$348,250
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7328 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg | 16,296 | 22 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 457 | 318 | $137 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 294 | 180 | $77 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 245 | 196 | $98 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 223 | 223 | $178 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 196 | 149 | $12 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 181 | 80 | $8 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 168 | 135 | $55 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 125 | 109 | $39 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 91 | 77 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 779. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$21
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $21.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
140
Patients
109
Total drug cost
$671
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 47 | 27 | $59 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 25 | 23 | $142 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 23 | 18 | $81 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 18 | $167 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 14 | 12 | $134 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 11 | $88 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christian Heywood's medical specialty?
Dr. Christian Heywood practices Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician in Capitola, CA.
Where does Dr. Christian Heywood practice?
Dr. Christian Heywood practices at 4140 Jade St Ste 100, Capitola, CA 950103940. Office phone: 8314754024.
What is Dr. Christian Heywood's NPI?
Dr. Christian Heywood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942469952, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christian Heywood accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christian Heywood accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christian Heywood commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J7328); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.