Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Sipala, CRNP
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Acute Care Nurse Practitioner · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1487071049
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
51 N 39Th St, 4Th Floor - Philadelphia Heart Institute
Philadelphia, PA 191042640
(215) 662-9189
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 14, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #SP013752 · New Jersey #26NJ00498800
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487071049. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,285
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$196,431
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93298 |
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days | 1,203 | 528 | $23 | |
G2066 |
Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec | 1,203 | 528 | $42 | |
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 996 | 749 | $25 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 614 | 462 | $27 | |
93295 |
Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 383 | 288 | $33 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 202 | 172 | $82 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 185 | 170 | $13 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 148 | 126 | $116 | |
93280 |
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system | 123 | 94 | $74 | |
93284 |
Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system | 54 | 41 | $98 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 78 peers in Philadelphia Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 71. This provider delivers 74× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,393
Transactions
31
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 11 | $464.79 | |
| Biotronik INC. | 7 | $384.76 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 8 | $290.75 | |
| AltaThera Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $113.12 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $87.14 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $29.91 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $22.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
478
Patients
164
Total drug cost
$161,633
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 93 | 34 | $101,360 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 75 | 38 | $2,193 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | Generic | 55 | 36 | $1,180 |
| Flecainide Acetate | Generic | 51 | 22 | $3,817 |
| Entresto (Sacubitril/Valsartan) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $31,024 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 28 | 0 | $181 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 23 | 12 | $195 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 21 | 11 | $261 |
| Sotalol (Sotalol Hcl) | Brand | 21 | 11 | $491 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $20,371 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Sipala's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Sipala practices Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Sipala practice?
Dr. Christopher Sipala practices at 51 N 39Th St, Philadelphia, PA 191042640. Office phone: 2156629189.
What is Dr. Christopher Sipala's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Sipala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487071049, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Sipala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Sipala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Sipala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days (HCPCS 93298); Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec (HCPCS G2066); Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days (HCPCS 93296). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.