DR. CHRISTOPHER BERNARD KOMANAPALLI M.D.
NPI 1194894519
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Tucson, AZ

Q: What is Christopher Komanapalli's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Komanapalli is 1194894519. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Komanapalli's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Active since November 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1625 N CAMPBELL AVE, TUCSON, AZ 85719(520) 694-8888(520) 505-2476 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 12, 2025, Jun 22, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Christopher Bernard Komanapalli M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER BERNARD KOMANAPALLI M.D. (NPI 1194894519) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Iowa (MD-40188) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Des Moines, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194894519

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER BERNARD KOMANAPALLICredential: M.D.

Location Address1625 N CAMPBELL AVETucson, AZ 85719-4330

Mailing Address1625 N Campbell AveTucson, AZ 85719-4330 · (520) 694-8888 · Fax (520) 505-2476

Phone(520) 694-8888

Fax(520) 505-2476

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 12, 2025

✔ NPI 1194894519 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · MD-40188

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

1625 N CAMPBELL AVE, Tucson, AZ 85719

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11215 Pleasant St, Suite 618Des Moines, IA 50309 · Phone (515) 875-9090 · Fax (515) 241-5041

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1194894519IA

Other59976AZ · Arizona Medical License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Medica, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

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. Christopher Bernard Komanapalli 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 ID8022201789

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211019003253

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 6

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.

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

31 services31 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.

17 services17 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

15 services15 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

14 services14 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

14 services14 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.

13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85719 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

$168.60 typical visit price

range $55.44 – $168.60

Typical copayment $42.15 (range $13.86 – $42.15)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$69.24 typical visit price

range $17.72 – $137.41

Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)

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.

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