Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Cannova, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1235134560
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
10215 Fernwood RD, Ste 506
Bethesda, MD 208171184
(301) 530-1010
fax (301) 897-8597
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 25, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D55209
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235134560. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
8,549
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,238,019
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,029 | 316 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,022 | 797 | $102 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 946 | 562 | $41 | |
73565 |
X-ray of both knees while standing | 813 | 509 | $48 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 812 | 642 | $56 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 787 | 423 | $56 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 781 | 637 | $143 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 476 | 342 | $83 | |
77073 |
X-ray for bone length assessment | 268 | 259 | $53 | |
20985 |
Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure | 248 | 236 | $162 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Bethesda Specialist, average services per provider: 1,067. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$372,554
Transactions
96
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 72 | $362,546.28 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 7 | $7,426.89 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 16 | $2,559.70 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $21.32 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,491
Patients
1,188
Total drug cost
$23,680
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 341 | 240 | $1,479 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 311 | 216 | $10,311 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 288 | 236 | $1,759 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 212 | 199 | $1,733 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 87 | 79 | $397 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 73 | 72 | $673 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 47 | 31 | $235 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 45 | 35 | $587 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 32 | 30 | $74 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 30 | 27 | $106 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Cannova's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Cannova practices Specialist in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Christopher Cannova practice?
Dr. Christopher Cannova practices at 10215 Fernwood RD, Bethesda, MD 208171184. Office phone: 3015301010.
What is Dr. Christopher Cannova's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Cannova's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235134560, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Cannova accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Cannova accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Cannova commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of knee, 1-2 views (HCPCS 73560). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.