CHRIS NICHOLAS CHRISTAKOS MD
NPI 1427038512
Family Medicine - Sports Medicine in Winston Salem, NC

Active since January 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
312 JONESTOWN RD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104(336) 716-7576 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 23, 2023, Oct 16, 2023, Oct 28, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Chris Nicholas Christakos Md NPPES

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

CHRIS NICHOLAS CHRISTAKOS MD (NPI 1427038512) is an individual sports medicine provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (36329) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427038512
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QS0010X
Provider Legal NameCHRIS NICHOLAS CHRISTAKOSCredential: MD
Location Address312 JONESTOWN RDWinston Salem, NC 27104-4621
Mailing Address312 Jonestown RdWinston Salem, NC 27104-4621
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJanuary 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 22, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 22, 2025
NPI 1427038512 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QS0010X
License Licensed in NC · 36329
Definition

A family medicine physician that is trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the health care of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.

312 JONESTOWN RD, Winston Salem, NC 27104

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid892247CNC

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

Chris Nicholas Christakos 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 ID446395487
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100302000895
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 7

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 services124 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.
111 services68 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
91 services91 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
45 services40 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
35 services30 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
22 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340014
Location3333 Silas Creek ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27103 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27104 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
99%137 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
95%22 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Elder Maltreatment Screen and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a documented elder maltreatment screen using an Elder Maltreatment Screening Tool on the date of encounter AND a documented follow-up plan on the date of the positive screen
19%191 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
78%190 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
51%212 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
83%72 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older
Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months
3%92 patients1/55-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 7

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

Physician Assistant
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Physician Assistant
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Nurse Practitioner
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Family Medicine
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Physician Assistant
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
Pharmacist
312 JONESTOWN RD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1427038512, enumerated as an "individual" on January 17, 2006.

The provider is located at 312 JONESTOWN RD WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104 and the phone number is (336) 716-7576.

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207QS0010X and a focus in Sports Medicine.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Chris Christakos is affiliated with: NOVANT HEALTH FORSYTH MEDICAL CENTER and NORTH CAROLINA BAPTIST HOSPITAL.