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DR. CHRISTOPHER KARL SANBORN MD
NPI 1225186877
Surgery in Chattanooga, TN

Active since January 08, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-620, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 778-2906(423) 778-9482 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Karl Sanborn Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER KARL SANBORN MD (NPI 1225186877) is an individual surgery provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (31647) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225186877
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER KARL SANBORNCredential: MD
Location Address979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-620Chattanooga, TN 37403-2147
Mailing Address979 E. Third Street, Suite C-620Chattanooga, TN 37403-2147 · (423) 778-2906 · Fax (423) 778-9482
Phone(423) 778-2906
Fax(423) 778-9482
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJanuary 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 2018
✔ NPI 1225186877 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 31647✔ Licensed in TN · MD0000031647
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.

979 E. THIRD STREET, Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health 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 Karl Sanborn 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 ID941331201
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100630000370
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 3

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.

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.
29 services27 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
14 services14 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Erlanger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440104
Location975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37403 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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.

96.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Enteral nutrition infusion pump, any type B9002
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$58.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$17.64 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
1 supplier12 claims12 services$91.55 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 13

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

ERNEST BRANDT APRN, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-5661
DR. AMANDA MAY TEDSTROM MD
Internal Medicine
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-620
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-8224
DR. MEGAN E. SKORUPA STEVENS MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE # C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
DHARMENDRAKUMAR A. PATEL MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-5661
MRS. JOYCE L. CAMPBELL FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
DR. KIMBERLY KAY SMITH MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE# C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
LEO KENDRICK MILLS MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-5661
DONNA REED DUFF FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE # B-601
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-8179

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 Sanborn's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Sanborn is 1225186877. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 8, 2007.

Where is Christopher Sanborn located?

Christopher Sanborn practices at 979 E. Third Street Suite C-620, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 778-2906.

What is Christopher Sanborn's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Sanborn enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Sanborn 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.

What insurance does Christopher Sanborn accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Christopher Sanborn as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Sanborn affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Sanborn is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Sanborn was last updated on May 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.