DR. CHRISTIANO C CALDEIRA M.D.
NPI 1396748596
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Largo, FL

Active since May 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1345 W BAY DR STE 301, LARGO, FL 33770(727) 587-7111(727) 518-0166 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 9, 2022, Jul 23, 2019, May 10, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Christiano C Caldeira M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTIANO C CALDEIRA M.D. (NPI 1396748596) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Largo, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0092573) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396748596
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTIANO C CALDEIRACredential: M.D.
Location Address1345 W BAY DR STE 301Largo, FL 33770-2264
Mailing Address1345 W Bay Dr Ste 301Largo, FL 33770-2264 · (727) 587-7111 · Fax (727) 518-0166
Fax(727) 518-0166
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1396748596 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
Licenses Licensed in FL · ME0092573 Licensed in OH · 35075556C
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.
1345 W BAY DR STE 301, Largo, FL 33770

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid271998300FL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christiano C Caldeira 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 ID5890732739
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050428000401
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 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.

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.
32 services32 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.
31 services31 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
31 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.
30 services30 patients
Interpretation and report of ultrasound of heart 93314
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to create images of your heart. These images help identify heart conditions by showing the size, structure, and motion of your heart. A report is then prepared detailing the findings.
18 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Hca Florida Citrus Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Inverness, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100023
Location502 W Highland BlvdInverness, FL 34452 · Citrus County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Tampa

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100173
Location3100 E Fletcher AveTampa, FL 33613 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Trinity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Trinity, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100191
Location9330 Sr 54Trinity, FL 34655 · Pasco County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Northside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Petersburg, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100238
Location6000 49th St NSaint Petersburg, FL 33709 · Pinellas County
Emergency services

Hca Florida Largo Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Largo, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100248
Location201 14th St SWLargo, FL 33770 · Pinellas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33770 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
$171.84 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
80%30 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%83 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Orthopaedic Surgery
1345 W BAY DR STE 301
LARGO, FL 33770
Nurse Practitioner
1345 W BAY DR STE 301
LARGO, FL 33770
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
1345 W BAY DR STE 301
LARGO, FL 33770
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1345 W BAY DR STE 301
LARGO, FL 33770

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 Christiano Caldeira's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christiano Caldeira is 1396748596. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2005.

Where is Christiano Caldeira located?

Christiano Caldeira practices at 1345 W Bay Dr Ste 301, Largo, FL 33770. The listed phone number is (727) 587-7111.

What is Christiano Caldeira's specialty?

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

Is Christiano Caldeira enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christiano Caldeira 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 Christiano Caldeira accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 3 other insurers list Christiano Caldeira 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 Christiano Caldeira affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christiano Caldeira is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital, Adventhealth Tampa, Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, Hca Florida Northside Hospital and Hca Florida Largo Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christiano Caldeira was last updated on February 9, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.