Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Bates, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Fort Worth, TX
- NPI 1750791513
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.9 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5612 Edwards Ranch RD
Fort Worth, TX 761094145
(817) 420-9238
fax (817) 357-4363 - Additional location
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10201 Highway 16
Comanche, TX 764424462
(254) 879-4900
fax (254) 879-4990 - Mailing address
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2821 Lackland RD Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 761164178
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 18, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #R3798
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1750791513. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,191
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$105,652
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 149 | 109 | $7 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 146 | 146 | $163 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 133 | 104 | $126 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 108 | 45 | $21 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 103 | 76 | $38 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 103 | 78 | $89 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 75 | 45 | $27 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 67 | 48 | $61 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 62 | 62 | $110 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 55 | 38 | $40 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Fort Worth Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 54. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,010
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microaire Surgical Instruments LLC | 1 | $1,700.00 | |
| Pylant Medical | 2 | $153.82 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $81.18 | |
| Amgen INC. | 3 | $55.06 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $20.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
238
Patients
199
Total drug cost
$1,395
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 169 | 144 | $919 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 30 | 24 | $303 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 14 | $45 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 19 | 17 | $128 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Bates's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Bates practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Fort Worth, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Bates practice?
Dr. Christopher Bates practices at 5612 Edwards Ranch RD, Fort Worth, TX 761094145. Office phone: 8174209238.
What is Dr. Christopher Bates's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750791513, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Bates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Bates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Bates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.