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CHRISTOPHER LUCAS WALSH M.D.
NPI 1053773200
Internal Medicine in La Jolla, CA

Active since March 27, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9888 GENESEE AVE, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(410) 428-7710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 3, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 3, 2021, Apr 8, 2021, Mar 27, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Christopher Lucas Walsh M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER LUCAS WALSH M.D. (NPI 1053773200) is an individual internal medicine provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (A161714) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Roanoke, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053773200
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER LUCAS WALSHCredential: M.D.
Location Address9888 GENESEE AVELa Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Mailing Address10790 Rancho Bernardo RdSan Diego, CA 92127-5705 · (619) 686-3935
Phone(410) 428-7710
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 3, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 3, 2021
✔ NPI 1053773200 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A161714
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
9888 GENESEE AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11906 Belleview Ave SERoanoke, VA 24014-1838 · Phone (540) 981-7000

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Lucas Walsh M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8426343385
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210430001036
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
556 services210 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
171 services168 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
132 services65 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
102 services81 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
64 services64 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
27 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$15.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$9.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers17 claims17 services$65.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MRS. KIERSTEN DUTRA RN
Registered Nurse
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 834-1798
LA JOLLA RADIOLOGY MEDICAL GROUP THERAPY, INC
Clinic/Center (Oncology, Radiation)
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (760) 599-9545
JOSHUA JINHONG PARK PHARMD
Pharmacist
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 305-4336
DR. MONTE TIM MELLON M.D. M.B.A.
Emergency Medicine
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 626-6150
JAMES G. SCHWENDIG M.D.
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
9888 GENESEE AVE, LJ-601
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 626-6350
AMY EVENSTAD PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
9888 GENESEE AVE, LJ 18
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 626-4606
RYAN FONG
Registered Nurse
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 834-1798
LACY MARIE JONES CNM
Advanced Practice Midwife
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 882-8350

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Walsh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Walsh is 1053773200. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2016.

Where is Christopher Walsh located?

Christopher Walsh practices at 9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (410) 428-7710.

What is Christopher Walsh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Walsh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Walsh is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Walsh was last updated on December 3, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.