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Dr. Christopher Chisholm, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Interventional Pain Management) · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Pain Medicine Physician · Anesthesiology Physician · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Poway, CA
- NPI 1538173950
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 7 locations .
- Primary practice
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15725 Pomerado RD, Suite 107
Poway, CA 920642068
(858) 453-7700
fax (858) 947-3828 - Additional location
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16466 Bernardo Center Dr Ste 150
San Diego, CA 921282522
(858) 571-3630 - Additional location
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5360 Jackson Dr Ste 100
La Mesa, CA 919423012
(858) 571-3630 - Additional location
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5395 Ruffin RD Ste 204
San Diego, CA 921231338
(085) 857-1363 - Additional location
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750 MED Ctr CT Ste 14B
Chula Vista, CA 919116634
(858) 571-3630 - Additional location
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8996 Miramar RD Ste 308
San Diego, CA 921264463
(858) 571-3630 - Additional location
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1111 E McDowell RD
Phoenix, AZ 850062612
(817) 767-6168 - Mailing address
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Po Box 501724
San Diego, CA 921501724
Show 4 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 12, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A86646 · Arizona #67636
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538173950. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
591
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$72,798
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 313 | 84 | $136 | |
80305 |
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation | 51 | 33 | $12 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 30 | 25 | $97 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 29 | 19 | $102 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 26 | 21 | $136 | |
63650 |
Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin | 22 | 11 | $343 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 22 | 22 | $177 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 21 | 12 | $190 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 19 | 11 | $57 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 16 | 11 | $135 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Poway Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$221
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 4 | $192.31 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $28.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
631
Patients
76
Total drug cost
$39,546
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 148 | 24 | $5,542 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 120 | 19 | $2,379 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 60 | 0 | $2,000 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 46 | 0 | $2,488 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 45 | 33 | $275 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 42 | 0 | $1,345 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 27 | 0 | $600 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 26 | 0 | $563 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 22 | 0 | $1,094 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $506 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Chisholm's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Poway, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Chisholm practice?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm practices at 15725 Pomerado RD, Poway, CA 920642068. Office phone: 8584537700.
What is Dr. Christopher Chisholm's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Chisholm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538173950, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Chisholm accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Chisholm accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Chisholm commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation (HCPCS 80305); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.