Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Sturm, MD
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1689731549
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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621 S New Ballas RD Ste 297A
Saint Louis, MO 631418200
(314) 251-6364 - Additional location
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1820 Zumbehl RD Ste 120
Saint Charles, MO 633032761 - Additional location
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701 S. New Ballas Road, Suite 320
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 251-6343
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 25, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2020034975
- Medicaid
- WI #34185800
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689731549. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
300
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$33,894
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 124 | 77 | $89 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 91 | 89 | $128 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 56 | 56 | $165 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 17 | 15 | $78 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 12 | 11 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Saint Louis Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 8.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$71
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $51.41 | |
| Csl Behring | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
93
Patients
65
Total drug cost
$883
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 60 | 38 | $563 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 33 | 27 | $320 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Sturm's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Sturm practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Christopher Sturm practice?
Dr. Christopher Sturm practices at 621 S New Ballas RD Ste 297A, Saint Louis, MO 631418200. Office phone: 3142516364.
What is Dr. Christopher Sturm's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Sturm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689731549, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Sturm accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Sturm accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Sturm commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.