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CHRISTOS DEMETRIS PHOTOPOULOS MD
NPI 1346568342
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since May 14, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.71/100
CMS Quality Rating
6801 PARK TER, LOS ANGELES, CA 90045(617) 640-9647(888) 813-6025 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Christos Demetris Photopoulos Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOS DEMETRIS PHOTOPOULOS MD (NPI 1346568342) is an individual sports medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A137406) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Westlake Village, and is a graduate of Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346568342
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOS DEMETRIS PHOTOPOULOSCredential: MD
Location Address6801 PARK TERLos Angeles, CA 90045-1543
Mailing Address6801 Park TerLos Angeles, CA 90045-1543 · (617) 640-9647
Phone(617) 640-9647
Fax(888) 813-6025
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 4, 2021
✔ NPI 1346568342 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A137406
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.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License MT197460 (PA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License MT197460 (PA)
6801 PARK TER, Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1696 Hampshire Rd Ste 170Westlake Village, CA 91361-4470 · Phone (310) 665-7200 · Fax (888) 813-6025

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christos Demetris Photopoulos 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 ID6608182761
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150903001838
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christos Photopoulos reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
6.1 mi
Specialist
6500 WILSHIRE BLVD FL 15
Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,118 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316984388 (310) 385-3200

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.
236 services155 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
88 services22 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.
72 services72 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
60 services47 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.
54 services41 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.
43 services31 patients

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.

85.71/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.67
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost61.47

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.

NICHOLAS MAGNUSSON
Physical Therapist
6801 PARK TER, SUITE 200
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (805) 807-3843
KINJAL THAKKAR
Physician Assistant
6801 PARK TER
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7200
DR. FRANCIS MICHAEL YAMAZAKI M.D.
Anesthesiology
6801 PARK TER, SUITE #300
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7150
RONALD S KVITNE MD INC
Orthopaedic Surgery
6801 PARK TER, SUITE 500
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7216
SELECT PHYSICAL THERAPY HOLDINGS INC
Clinic/Center (Rehabilitation)
6801 PARK TER, FL2
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7100
NED TAKAO SASAKI M.D.
Anesthesiology
6801 PARK TER, SUITE #300
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7150
KELLY ELIZABETH LEACH PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
6801 PARK TER
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7100
TYLER JAY PHILLIPS M.D.
Anesthesiology
6801 PARK TER, #300
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
Los Angeles County (310) 665-7150

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 Christos Photopoulos's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christos Photopoulos is 1346568342. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2010.

Where is Christos Photopoulos located?

Christos Photopoulos practices at 6801 Park Ter, Los Angeles, CA 90045. The listed phone number is (617) 640-9647.

What is Christos Photopoulos's specialty?

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

Is Christos Photopoulos enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christos Photopoulos 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Christos Photopoulos's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christos Photopoulos reassigns Medicare benefits to Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation (Los Angeles, CA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christos Photopoulos's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christos Photopoulos was last updated on February 4, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.