CHRISTOPHER SCOTT NUNES MD
NPI 1508821265
Internal Medicine in Melbourne, FL

Active since April 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, SUITE 104, MELBOURNE, FL 32940(321) 241-4877(321) 241-4879 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christopher Scott Nunes Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT NUNES MD (NPI 1508821265) is an individual internal medicine provider in Melbourne, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME79204) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508821265
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SCOTT NUNESCredential: MD
Location Address8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, SUITE 104Melbourne, FL 32940-8565
Mailing Address8057 Spyglass Hill Rd, Suite 104Melbourne, FL 32940-8565 · (321) 241-4877 · Fax (321) 241-4879
Fax(321) 241-4879
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 2015
NPI 1508821265 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME79204
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, Melbourne, FL 32940

Other Identifiers 4

Other110225558Rail Road Medicare
Medicaid261852400FL
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified51295AFL
Medicare UPINH43631

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

Christopher Scott Nunes 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 ID7719010990
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100809001082
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 15

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.
553 services255 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.
342 services176 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.
213 services213 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
120 services120 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
117 services117 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.
85 services60 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Holmes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100019
Location1350 S Hickory StMelbourne, FL 32901 · Brevard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cape Canaveral Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cocoa Beach, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100177
Location701 W Cocoa Beach CausewayCocoa Beach, FL 32932 · Brevard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Melbourne Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100291
Location250 North Wickham RoadMelbourne, FL 32935 · Brevard County
Emergency services

Viera Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100315
Location8745 N Wickham RdMelbourne, FL 32940 · Brevard County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32940 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%450 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%2,730 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
58%1,143 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
29%296 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%21 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
7%472 patients1/55-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…
99%1,112 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
95%472 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%472 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
14 suppliers30 claims87 services$5.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers16 claims16 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers15 claims15 services$71.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers15 claims42 services$27.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers16 claims74 services$17.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers20 claims20 services$48.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Family Medicine
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, UNIT 104
MELBOURNE, FL 32940
Physician Assistant
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, SUITE 102
MELBOURNE, FL 32940
Internal Medicine
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, SUITE 102
MELBOURNE, FL 32940
Family Medicine
8057 SPYGLASS HILL RD, SUITE 104
MELBOURNE, FL 32940

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 Nunes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Nunes is 1508821265. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2006.

Where is Christopher Nunes located?

Christopher Nunes practices at 8057 Spyglass Hill Rd Suite 104, Melbourne, FL 32940. The listed phone number is (321) 241-4877.

What is Christopher Nunes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Nunes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Nunes 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 Christopher Nunes accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Florida Health Care Plans, Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and UnitedHealthcare list Christopher Nunes 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 Christopher Nunes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Nunes is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital, Melbourne Regional Medical Center and Viera Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Nunes was last updated on May 4, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.