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Dr. Justin Chronister, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1073772950
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
902 Frostwood Dr Ste 269
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 465-0696
fax (713) 465-7334 - Additional location
-
5420 West Loop S Ste 2300
Bellaire, TX 774012118
(713) 650-6900
fax (713) 659-4900
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 4, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #BP10032049 · Texas #Q0893
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1073772950. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,436
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$217,707
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 5,856 | 63 | $17 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 314 | 133 | $72 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 290 | 124 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 231 | 140 | $92 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 214 | 114 | $128 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 93 | 68 | $8 | |
G2011 |
Alcohol and/or substance (other than tobacco) misuse structured assessment (e.g., audit, dast), and brief intervention, 5-14 minutes | 80 | 80 | $17 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 79 | 79 | $84 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 56 | 56 | $169 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 41 | 30 | $9 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 43 peers in Houston Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 51× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$916
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 8 | $734.05 | |
| Medinc of Texas | 2 | $54.29 | |
| Curonix LLC | 1 | $36.41 | |
| Ermi INC. | 1 | $35.55 | |
| Globus Medical, INC. | 1 | $30.64 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $24.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,790
Patients
1,172
Total drug cost
$19,421
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 327 | 165 | $2,695 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 224 | 115 | $2,895 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 202 | 120 | $2,757 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 133 | 68 | $674 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 126 | 115 | $1,320 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 115 | 105 | $1,225 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 114 | 72 | $1,184 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 104 | 64 | $743 |
| Cefadroxil | Generic | 96 | 83 | $2,352 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 87 | 82 | $433 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Justin Chronister's medical specialty?
Dr. Justin Chronister practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Justin Chronister practice?
Dr. Justin Chronister practices at 902 Frostwood Dr Ste 269, Houston, TX 77024. Office phone: 7134650696.
What is Dr. Justin Chronister's NPI?
Dr. Justin Chronister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073772950, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Justin Chronister accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Justin Chronister accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Justin Chronister commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg (HCPCS J3304); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.