Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Friend, MD
Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (CMS: Interventional Radiology) · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1861491516
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(619) 543-2890 - Additional location
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302 University Blvd
Round Rock, TX 786651032
(512) 509-0200
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0204X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #C141231 · Texas #Q3185
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861491516. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
457
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$11,255
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 216 | 198 | $9 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 46 | 46 | $11 | |
74018 |
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view | 32 | 30 | $9 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 28 | 27 | $37 | |
74177 |
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 26 | 26 | $91 | |
70450 |
Ct scan head or brain without contrast | 25 | 25 | $41 | |
71275 |
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast | 20 | 20 | $90 | |
72125 |
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast | 14 | 14 | $49 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 14 | 14 | $11 | |
71260 |
Ct scan of chest with contrast | 13 | 13 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in San Diego Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 209. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,940
Transactions
40
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Medical LLC | 5 | $557.63 | |
| Inari Medical, INC. | 12 | $356.66 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $354.75 | |
| Endologix LLC | 1 | $262.93 | |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 5 | $114.56 | |
| Reflow Medical INC | 5 | $96.14 | |
| Bard Peripheral Vascular, INC. | 3 | $59.16 | |
| AngioDynamics, INC. | 1 | $46.37 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $32.99 | |
| Surmodics, INC. | 1 | $26.46 | |
| W. L. Gore & Associates, INC. | 1 | $14.86 | |
| Terumo Medical Corporation | 1 | $14.20 | |
| Sirtex Medical INC | 1 | $3.53 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Friend's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Friend practices Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Friend practice?
Dr. Christopher Friend practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 6195432890.
What is Dr. Christopher Friend's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Friend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861491516, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Friend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Friend accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Friend commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); X-ray of chest, 2 views (HCPCS 71046); X-ray of abdomen, 1 view (HCPCS 74018). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.