Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1578523809
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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394 Harding Pl, Suite 200
Nashville, TN 372113982
(615) 834-4482
fax (615) 834-4722 - Additional location
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355 New Shackle Island RD Ste 123B
Hendersonville, TN 370752479
(615) 761-9200
fax (615) 232-3838 - Additional location
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819 Medical Park
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 761-9200
fax (615) 232-3838 - Mailing address
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1321 Murfreesboro Pike Ste 510
Nashville, TN 372172655
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 15, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #MD38973
- Medicaid
- TN #3898381
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578523809. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
585
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$50,201
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 188 | 124 | $113 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 128 | 101 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 62 | $79 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 59 | 40 | $31 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 40 | 40 | $152 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 22 | 13 | $171 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 22 | 22 | $183 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 17 | 17 | $103 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 13 | 11 | $12 | |
72070 |
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views | 12 | 12 | $26 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 9.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$476
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theragen, Inc. | 1 | $243.43 | |
| IMPLANET America, Inc. | 2 | $232.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
346
Patients
222
Total drug cost
$3,408
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 123 | 74 | $458 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 107 | 67 | $1,845 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 48 | 30 | $417 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $124 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 15 | 13 | $41 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 13 | 12 | $168 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 13 | 0 | $244 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 12 | 11 | $110 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Kauffman's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Kauffman practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Christopher Kauffman practice?
Dr. Christopher Kauffman practices at 394 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN 372113982. Office phone: 6158344482.
What is Dr. Christopher Kauffman's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Kauffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578523809, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Kauffman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Kauffman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Kauffman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.