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CHRISTOPHER KURNIK M.D.
NPI 1235663857
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in El Dorado Hills, CA

Active since April 20, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120, EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762(530) 344-2070 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2024, Aug 21, 2023, Dec 6, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Christopher Kurnik M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER KURNIK M.D. (NPI 1235663857) is an individual sports medicine provider in El Dorado Hills, California, licensed in California (A191395) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of University Of Nevada School Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235663857
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER KURNIKCredential: M.D.
Location Address5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9671
Mailing Address5137 Golden Foothill Pkwy Ste 120El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9671 · (530) 344-2070
Phone(530) 344-2070
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nevada School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1235663857 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A191395
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1MSC Orthopedics 1, University of New Mexicoabluquerque, NM 87131 · Phone (775) 560-4121
Location 2455 Saint Michaels DrSanta Fe, NM 87505-7601 · Phone (505) 913-3361

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 Kurnik 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 ID2163793597
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221230000727, I20231020002663
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 10

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.
225 services155 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.
103 services88 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.
93 services66 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
41 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.
37 services37 patients
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610
An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.
30 services14 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MRS. LEE K REA N.P.
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120
EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762
El Dorado County (916) 933-8010
JEWEL JOSEN GEORGE FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120
EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762
El Dorado County (530) 344-5400
DR. STEVEN C MILLS MD
Family Medicine
5137 GOLDEN FOOTHILL PKWY STE 120
EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762
El Dorado County (916) 933-8010

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 Kurnik's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Kurnik is 1235663857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2017.

Where is Christopher Kurnik located?

Christopher Kurnik practices at 5137 Golden Foothill Pkwy Ste 120, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762. The listed phone number is (530) 344-2070.

What is Christopher Kurnik's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Christopher Kurnik enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Kurnik 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 Kurnik was last updated on January 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 months 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.