Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Frendo, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Commack, NY
- NPI 1043390917
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 50.1 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
763 Larkfield RD
Commack, NY 117253131
(631) 462-2225
fax (631) 670-2643
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 25, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #2357751
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043390917. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
561
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$93,752
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 176 | 142 | $104 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 125 | 90 | $146 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 86 | 86 | $193 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 55 | 48 | $61 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 28 | 11 | $399 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 24 | 22 | $45 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 17 | 16 | $63 | |
22612 |
Fusion of spine in lower back | 13 | 13 | $1,239 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 13 | 11 | $139 | |
22842 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments | 12 | 12 | $435 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$399
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 11 | $249.74 | |
| BIOCOMPOSITES INC | 1 | $49.58 | |
| DJO, LLC | 1 | $37.64 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $36.16 | |
| SPINAL ELEMENTS, INC. | 2 | $25.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
72
Patients
55
Total drug cost
$617
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 28 | $357 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 28 | 27 | $260 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Frendo's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Frendo practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Commack, NY.
Where does Dr. Christopher Frendo practice?
Dr. Christopher Frendo practices at 763 Larkfield RD, Commack, NY 117253131. Office phone: 6314622225.
What is Dr. Christopher Frendo's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Frendo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043390917, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Frendo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Frendo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Frendo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.