Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Starr, M. D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Chevy Chase, MD
- NPI 1609969427
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5454 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 1000
Chevy Chase, MD 208156901
(301) 657-1996
fax (301) 951-6160
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 7, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- District of Columbia #MD 19717
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609969427. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,192
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$257,974
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 422 | 290 | $142 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 245 | 149 | $46 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 116 | 31 | $385 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 101 | 35 | $222 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 62 | 62 | $182 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 62 | 58 | $97 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 36 | 34 | $781 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 31 | 19 | $47 | |
22612 |
Fusion of spine in lower back | 27 | 26 | $1,561 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 22 | 21 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$511
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 1 | $205.78 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $184.01 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 1 | $121.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
115
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$1,272
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $541 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 21 | 0 | $72 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $173 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $160 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 14 | 0 | $49 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 13 | 0 | $97 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 12 | 11 | $179 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Starr's medical specialty?
Dr. John Starr practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.
Where does Dr. John Starr practice?
Dr. John Starr practices at 5454 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 208156901. Office phone: 3016571996.
What is Dr. John Starr's NPI?
Dr. John Starr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609969427, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Starr accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Starr accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Starr commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Fusion of additional segment of spine (HCPCS 22614). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.