CHRISTOPHER THOMAS BEDNAREK MD
NPI 1144512161
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine in Nottingham, MD

Q: What is Christopher Bednarek's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Bednarek is 1144512161. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2011.

Q: What is Christopher Bednarek's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Active since May 10, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 210, NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236(443) 693-7246 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2017, Dec 23, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

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About Christopher Thomas Bednarek Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER THOMAS BEDNAREK MD (NPI 1144512161) is an individual pain medicine provider in Nottingham, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D80197) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144512161

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2081P2900X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER THOMAS BEDNAREKCredential: MD

Location Address8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 210Nottingham, MD 21236-4991

Mailing Address2 Park Center Ct, Suite 200Owings Mills, MD 21117-4295 · (443) 693-7246

Phone(443) 693-7246

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateMay 10, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1144512161 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2081P2900X

License✔ Licensed in MD · D80197

Definition

A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.

Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License MD456310 (PA)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, Nottingham, MD 21236

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Thomas Bednarek Md 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 ID3173763380

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170120002551, I20190710002345

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 23

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

1,075 services68 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

800 services390 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

648 services314 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

202 services171 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

184 services184 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0481

A definitive drug test is a detailed analysis used to identify specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced techniques, such as gc/ms and lc/ms, to detect and distinguish between different drugs, even those with similar structures.

181 services150 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

137 services99 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

128 services68 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

58 services32 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

54 services30 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

53 services47 patients

Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553

Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.

41 services32 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

41 services24 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

40 services32 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

39 services22 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

36 services25 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

31 services24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

28 services25 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

26 services21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

26 services26 patients

A definitive drug test identifies specific drugs in your system. Advanced methods like GC/MS (Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) and LC/MS (Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) are used. These can distinguish between similar drugs, providing precise results.

23 services23 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

22 services20 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202

This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mercy Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number210008

Location301 Saint Paul PlaceBaltimore, MD 21202 · Baltimore City County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Greater Baltimore Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210044

Location6701 North Charles StreetBaltimore, MD 21204 · Baltimore County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number210056

Location5601 Loch Raven BoulevardBaltimore, MD 21239 · Baltimore City County

Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

80.18/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

84.51

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

39.11

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

0%1,570 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

98%3,229 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

95%703 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

78%2,746 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

20%2,667 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

79%2,746 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

12%2,746 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

43%2,746 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid anterior and posterior frame/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to t-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panel(s), produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L0650

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF007N

4 suppliers31 claims31 services$648.01 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 16

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

MONICA THOMAS PA

Physician Assistant

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, ST. 214
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (443) 693-7246

ANN C MORRILL MD

Internal Medicine

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, STE 100
WHITE MARSH, MD 21236

Baltimore County (410) 529-8334

WHITE MARSH FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY CENTER L.L.C.

Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 104
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (410) 933-3300

SMART PAIN SURGERY CENTER AT WHITE MARSH

Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 210
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (443) 693-7246

DR. JAMES STEPHEN ADLEBERG DPM

Podiatrist

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, STE 104
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (410) 933-3300

LANCE BURGESS PA-C

Physician Assistant

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 210
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (443) 693-7246

SARA ALIMA OSTROW MSPT

Physical Therapist

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 106
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (410) 933-3737

CHAYA RACHEL LEVINE NP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

8100 SANDPIPER CIR, SUITE 214
NOTTINGHAM, MD 21236

Baltimore County (443) 693-7246

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 Bednarek's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Bednarek is 1144512161. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2011.

Where is Christopher Bednarek located?

Christopher Bednarek practices at 8100 Sandpiper Cir Suite 210, Nottingham, MD 21236. The listed phone number is (443) 693-7246.

What is Christopher Bednarek's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Is Christopher Bednarek enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Bednarek 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.

Is Christopher Bednarek affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Bednarek is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc, Greater Baltimore Medical Center and Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Bednarek was last updated on January 4, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.