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DR. CHRISTOPHER L LEACH MD
NPI 1407852486
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Torrance, CA

Active since June 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
24050 MADISON ST STE 100Q, TORRANCE, CA 90505(608) 397-4488(608) 775-4467 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher L Leach Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER L LEACH MD (NPI 1407852486) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (G158842) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407852486
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER L LEACHCredential: MD
Location Address24050 MADISON ST STE 100QTorrance, CA 90505-6080
Mailing Address24050 Madison St Ste 100qTorrance, CA 90505-6080 · (608) 397-4488 · Fax (608) 775-4467
Phone(608) 397-4488
Fax(608) 775-4467
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 19, 2019
✔ NPI 1407852486 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 CA · G158842
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.
24050 MADISON ST STE 100Q, Torrance, CA 90505
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid31533200WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher L Leach 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 ID2264859537
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200901001787
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Leach reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Skilled Facility Health Care Solutions Inc
13 mi
Surgery
5455 S CENTINELA AVE
Los Angeles, CA 90066
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 51 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104018423 (310) 445-5999
Healthcare Partners Affiliates Medical Group
16 mi
Internal Medicine
1120 W WASHINGTON BLVD
Los Angeles, CA 90015
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,052 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1659312593 (213) 623-2225
Skilled Physicians Group
30 mi
General Practice
3747 FOOTHILL BLVD # B140
Glendale, CA 91214
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 34 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902444623 (310) 445-5999
Skilled Biologics, Inc.
372 mi
Surgery
2108 N ST, NUM 7934
Sacramento, CA 95816
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 37 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376386763 (310) 445-5999

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 11

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
998 services239 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
795 services205 patients
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.
687 services136 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
483 services102 patients
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less 11046
This procedure involves the removal of muscle and/or tissue, typically to treat disease or injury. An additional 20.0 square cm or less of tissue may be removed if necessary. The process is performed by a skilled medical professional to ensure your safety and recovery.
448 services47 patients
Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound 17250
This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.
123 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90505 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
$187.60 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing A6197
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier24 claims680 services$15.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6210
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier25 claims344 services$18.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Leach's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Leach is 1407852486. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2005.

Where is Christopher Leach located?

Christopher Leach practices at 24050 Madison St Ste 100Q, Torrance, CA 90505. The listed phone number is (608) 397-4488.

What is Christopher Leach's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Leach enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Leach 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 organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Leach's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Leach reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Skilled Facility Health Care Solutions Inc (Los Angeles, CA), Healthcare Partners Affiliates Medical Group (Los Angeles, CA), Skilled Physicians Group (Glendale, CA) and Skilled Biologics, Inc. (Sacramento, CA). Each 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 Christopher Leach's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Leach accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Christopher Leach 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Leach was last updated on March 19, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.