Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Leach, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1407852486
- Accepts Medicare
- 53 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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24050 Madison St Ste 100Q
Torrance, CA 905056080
(608) 397-4488
fax (608) 775-4467
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1973 — 53 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G158842
- Medicaid
- WI #31533200
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407852486. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,876
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$562,274
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 1,114 | 234 | $116 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 857 | 144 | $166 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 567 | 115 | $137 | |
11045 |
Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 278 | 36 | $44 | |
11047 |
Removal of bone, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 276 | 27 | $131 | |
11044 |
Removal of bone, 20.0 sq cm or less | 257 | 61 | $343 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 140 | 140 | $144 | |
17250 |
Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound | 128 | 17 | $86 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 105 | 57 | $246 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 63 | 63 | $196 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Torrance Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 323. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
17
Total drug cost
$430
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 29 | 17 | $430 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Leach's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Leach practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Leach practice?
Dr. Christopher Leach practices at 24050 Madison St Ste 100Q, Torrance, CA 905056080. Office phone: 6083974488.
What is Dr. Christopher Leach's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Leach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407852486, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Leach accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Leach accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Leach commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99310); Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.