Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Burns, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1952379141
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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National Naval Medical Center, 8901 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, MD 208890001
(301) 295-4442 - Mailing address
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11804 Hayfield CT
Potomac, MD 208542149
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101239445
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952379141. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
493
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$62,893
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 116 | 89 | $84 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 105 | 104 | $184 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 77 | 68 | $126 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 51 | 44 | $53 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 42 | 24 | $225 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 22 | 22 | $126 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 20 | 20 | $138 | |
97605 |
Therapy procedure using a special bandage and vacuum pump, surface area 50.0 sq cm or less | 19 | 15 | $26 | |
43246 |
Insertion of stomach tube using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 15 | $211 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 14 | 14 | $140 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 46. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,140
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 3 | $1,019.31 | |
| Grifols USA, LLC | 1 | $120.43 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Burns's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Burns practices Surgery Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Christopher Burns practice?
Dr. Christopher Burns practices at National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 208890001. Office phone: 3012954442.
What is Dr. Christopher Burns's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Burns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952379141, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Burns accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Burns accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Burns commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.