CHRISTOPHER J SEARS MD
NPI 1528528494
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Albany, NY

Active since March 25, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, ALBANY, NY 12208(518) 262-3277(518) 262-4210 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 17, 2025, Jul 1, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Christopher J Sears Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER J SEARS MD (NPI 1528528494) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Albany, New York, licensed in New York (335827) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528528494
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J SEARSCredential: MD
Location Address47 NEW SCOTLAND AVEAlbany, NY 12208-3412
Mailing Address6 Wellness Way Ste 201Latham, NY 12110-2156 · (518) 782-3700 · Fax (518) 782-3799
Fax(518) 262-4210
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 17, 2025
✔ NPI 1528528494 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 335827
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, Albany, NY 12208

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

Christopher J Sears 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 ID5991121428
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240611001672, I20251001002262
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Sears reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
43 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, MAIL CODE 113
Albany, NY 12208
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 68 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
6 WELLNESS WAY STE 201
Latham, NY 12110
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 474 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
2827 US ROUTE 9
Valatie, NY 12184
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 215 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
1015 SPRING CREEK PKWY, SUITE 130
Zion Crossroads, VA 22942
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 308 clinicians in this Medicare group
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine
4105 LEWIS AND CLARK DR
Charlottesville, VA 22911
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 2,820 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.

X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
44 services35 patients
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 76536
An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.
24 services12 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 76705
A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.
22 services11 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
21 services20 patients
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93971
This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.
18 services16 patients
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970
An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Albany Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330013
Location43 New Scotland Avenue, Mail Code 34Albany, NY 12208 · Albany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hudson, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330094
Location71 Prospect AvenueHudson, NY 12534 · Columbia County
Emergency services

Glens Falls Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Glens Falls, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330191
Location100 Park StreetGlens Falls, NY 12801 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bennington, VT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number470012
Location100 Hospital DriveBennington, VT 05201 · Bennington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number490009
Location1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908 · Charlottesville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12208 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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.

Psychiatric Hospital
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, PSYCHIATRY DEPARTMENT
ALBANY, NY 12208
Physician Assistant (Medical)
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, DEPARTMENT OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
ALBANY, NY 12208
Physician Assistant
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Surgery
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Nurse Practitioner
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, RADIOLOGY DEPT
ALBANY, NY 12208
Emergency Medicine
47 NEW SCOTLAND AVE, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
ALBANY, NY 12208

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 Sears's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Sears is 1528528494. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2019.

Where is Christopher Sears located?

Christopher Sears practices at 47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208. The listed phone number is (518) 262-3277.

What is Christopher Sears's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Christopher Sears enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Sears 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 Sears's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Sears reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Albany Medical Center Hospital (Albany, NY), Community Care Physicians, PLLC (Latham, NY), Columbia Memorial Hospital (Valatie, NY), University Of Virginia Imaging, LLC (Zion Crossroads, VA) and University Of Virginia Physicians Group (Charlottesville, VA). 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 Sears's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Christopher Sears affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Sears is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Glens Falls Hospital, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and University Of Virginia Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Sears was last updated on September 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.