Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Chuinard, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Traverse City, MI
- NPI 1205926268
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4045 W Royal Dr
Traverse City, MI 496848965
(231) 935-0900
fax (231) 935-0308
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 26, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301088953
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205926268. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,601
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$145,017
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 562 | 109 | $1 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 343 | 213 | $32 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 185 | 138 | $86 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 108 | 94 | $53 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 75 | 75 | $107 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 64 | 51 | $63 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 51 | 50 | $122 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 49 | 47 | $100 | |
73080 |
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views | 45 | 24 | $30 | |
23472 |
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | 36 | 35 | $1,401 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Traverse City Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$159,086
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Innovations, INC. | 22 | $157,838.32 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $1,125.00 | |
| Integrity Orthopaedics, INC. | 1 | $74.52 | |
| Ossur Americas, INC. | 1 | $48.57 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,000
Patients
757
Total drug cost
$7,750
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 347 | 165 | $1,468 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 219 | 190 | $1,542 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 117 | 111 | $817 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 110 | 100 | $1,781 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 77 | 74 | $724 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 63 | 63 | $843 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 20 | 15 | $204 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 17 | 13 | $41 |
| Indomethacin ER (Indomethacin) | Brand | 16 | 12 | $214 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $116 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Chuinard's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Chuinard practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Traverse City, MI.
Where does Dr. Christopher Chuinard practice?
Dr. Christopher Chuinard practices at 4045 W Royal Dr, Traverse City, MI 496848965. Office phone: 2319350900.
What is Dr. Christopher Chuinard's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Chuinard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205926268, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Chuinard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Chuinard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Chuinard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS 73030); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.