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DR. CHRIS E FREISE MD
NPI 1194780775
Surgery in San Francisco, CA

Active since April 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
505 PARNASSUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 353-1888(415) 353-8709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Chris E Freise Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRIS E FREISE MD (NPI 1194780775) is an individual surgery provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (G65942) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194780775
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRIS E FREISECredential: MD
Location Address505 PARNASSUS AVESan Francisco, CA 94143-2204
Mailing Address1635 Divisadero St, Ste 625, Box 1821San Francisco, CA 94143-0001 · (415) 476-4029 · Fax (415) 476-4150
Phone(415) 353-1888
Fax(415) 353-8709
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1194780775 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G65942
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
505 PARNASSUS AVE, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00G659420CA

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

Dr. Chris E Freise 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 ID941384093
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080227000652
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 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.
38 services16 patients
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.
35 services16 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.
26 services23 patients
Transplantation of donor kidney 50360
Transplantation of a donor kidney involves replacing a non-functioning kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This procedure can significantly improve the quality of life for those with serious kidney disease. The new kidney can perform the essential task of filtering blood and removing waste.
20 services20 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.
17 services17 patients
Preparation of donor kidney for transplantation 50323
Preparation of a kidney for transplantation involves careful evaluation of the donor organ. It includes checking for diseases, ensuring compatibility, and preserving the organ in a cold solution until transplantation. This process ensures the best outcome for the recipient.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$104.51 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $26.12 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 5

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers36 claims10,050 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers41 claims8,076 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers48 claims9,480 services$0.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
8 suppliers59 claims59 services$18.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
6 suppliers53 claims70 services$12.64 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.

CATHERINE RAMSDELL NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-1000
DR. CLAUDIO ANDRES BRAVO CARRILLO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 502-4243
MAURICIO JALIFE BUCAY M.D
Hospitalist
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 750-4994
EMMA B SHAK M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 476-1528
DR. ADRIANA A.T. MARTIN M.D., PH.D.
Internal Medicine
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
WILLIAM JAMES DEARDORFF
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
505 PARNASSUS AVE, 15 LONG
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 406-1417
KEERTHANA REDDY BANALA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
ROBERT CHRISTIAN WENZ
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-8054

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 Chris Freise's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chris Freise is 1194780775. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2006.

Where is Chris Freise located?

Chris Freise practices at 505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 353-1888.

What is Chris Freise's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Chris Freise enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chris Freise 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 Chris Freise was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 37 days 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.