Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Vinton, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Worcester, MA
- NPI 1104850528
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
59 Quinsigamond Ave, Worcester County Orthopedics
Worcester, MA 016101806
(508) 755-1123
fax (508) 755-5640
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 27, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #210478
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1104850528. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,180
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$421,333
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 2,144 | 30 | $17 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 787 | 318 | $59 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 557 | 346 | $91 | |
J2001 |
Injection, lidocaine hcl for intravenous infusion, 10 mg | 450 | 266 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 322 | 255 | $129 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 300 | 209 | $35 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 260 | 193 | $48 | |
73565 |
X-ray of both knees while standing | 243 | 204 | $41 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 229 | 165 | $7 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 227 | 163 | $1 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Worcester Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 55× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$168
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $121.84 | |
| Sanara MedTech INC. | 1 | $27.58 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $18.84 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
479
Patients
222
Total drug cost
$3,087
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 132 | 61 | $100 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 107 | 41 | $1,345 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 55 | 38 | $225 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 42 | 26 | $82 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 35 | 12 | $428 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 21 | 18 | $193 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 18 | 0 | $120 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 16 | 15 | $254 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $16 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 14 | 11 | $61 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Vinton's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Vinton practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Worcester, MA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Vinton practice?
Dr. Christopher Vinton practices at 59 Quinsigamond Ave, Worcester, MA 016101806. Office phone: 5087551123.
What is Dr. Christopher Vinton's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Vinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104850528, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Vinton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Vinton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Vinton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg (HCPCS J3304); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.