Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Palmer, D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1922362565
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.8 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
12639 Old Tesson RD Ste 115
Saint Louis, MO 631282786
(314) 849-0311 - Additional location
-
1011 Bowles Ave Ste 100
Fenton, MO 630262387
fax (314) 849-4423
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2012017829
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922362565. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,743
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$268,943
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 548 | 98 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 179 | 141 | $124 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 164 | 125 | $45 | |
77071 |
Application of stress by physician for joint imaging | 151 | 151 | $53 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 138 | 138 | $161 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 124 | 110 | $68 | |
0055T |
Musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic operation using imaging guidance | 118 | 110 | $250 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 93 | 88 | $1,277 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 53 | 50 | $45 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 48 | 35 | $37 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Saint Louis Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 110. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15,604
Transactions
69
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ConvaTec INC. | 4 | $8,368.52 | |
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 3 | $4,340.37 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 55 | $2,378.10 | |
| Elite Orthopedics, LLC | 2 | $330.92 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 3 | $149.73 | |
| Solventum Corporation | 1 | $19.01 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $17.11 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,626
Patients
1,470
Total drug cost
$19,330
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 621 | 305 | $5,244 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 410 | 276 | $2,341 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 321 | 77 | $3,389 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 319 | 152 | $349 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 267 | 254 | $2,986 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 195 | 113 | $1,669 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 109 | 74 | $388 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 108 | 40 | $406 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 89 | 67 | $1,236 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 73 | 43 | $363 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Palmer's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Palmer practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Christopher Palmer practice?
Dr. Christopher Palmer practices at 12639 Old Tesson RD Ste 115, Saint Louis, MO 631282786. Office phone: 3148490311.
What is Dr. Christopher Palmer's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922362565, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Palmer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Palmer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Palmer 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 99214); X-ray of knee, 4 or more views (HCPCS 73564). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.