Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Nero, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Billings, MT
- NPI 1548396377
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2900 12Th Ave N, 295W
Billings, MT 591017506
(406) 238-6360
fax (406) 238-6361
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 12, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Montana #12349
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548396377. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,855
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$100,267
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 1,367 | 771 | $37 | |
84165 |
Protein measurement, serum | 390 | 233 | $17 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 223 | 70 | $28 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 172 | 146 | $34 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 163 | 144 | $27 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 121 | 48 | $41 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 92 | 74 | $81 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 87 | 41 | $69 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 51 | 50 | $11 | |
86334 |
Immunologic analysis technique on serum (immunofixation) | 43 | 43 | $17 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Billings Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 206. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$396
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 5 | $92.76 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $84.62 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $72.21 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $50.41 | |
| Stemline Therapeutics INC. | 1 | $32.57 | |
| Roche Diagnostics Corporation | 1 | $24.19 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 1 | $20.82 | |
| Servier Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $18.10 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nero's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nero practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Billings, MT.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nero practice?
Dr. Christopher Nero practices at 2900 12Th Ave N, Billings, MT 591017506. Office phone: 4062386360.
What is Dr. Christopher Nero's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548396377, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nero accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Nero accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nero commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Protein measurement, serum (HCPCS 84165); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.