CHRISTINA MARIE BRUNS PA-C
NPI 1588039986
Physician Assistant in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Christina Bruns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christina Bruns is 1588039986. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 10, 2015. The provider is also known as Christina Kelly Pa-C.

Q: What is Christina Bruns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christina Bruns was last updated on April 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since December 10, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(936) 322-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 3, 2026, Jul 28, 2021, May 27, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2015).

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About Christina Marie Bruns Pa-c NPPES

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

CHRISTINA MARIE BRUNS PA-C (NPI 1588039986) is an individual physician assistant in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (4220) and active in the NPI registry since December 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588039986

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTINA MARIE BRUNSCredential: PA-C

Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-0027

Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691

Phone(936) 322-5000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateDecember 10, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 3, 2026

✔ NPI 1588039986 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 4220

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 4220 (TN)

3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Christina Kelly Pa-c

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christina Marie Bruns Pa-c 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 ID6305140096

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210715002733

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.

113 services87 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

70 services41 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.

67 services62 patients

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.

34 services34 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

19 services15 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity 32554

Aspiration of fluid from the chest cavity is a procedure where a needle is carefully inserted into the space between your chest wall and lungs to remove excess fluid. This can relieve pressure, making it easier to breathe.

15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440039

Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maury Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number440073

Location1224 Trotwood AveColumbia, TN 38401 · Maury County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tullahoma, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number440144

Location1801 N Jackson St Box 460Tullahoma, TN 37388 · Coffee County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440193

Location1411 Baddour ParkwayLebanon, TN 37087 · Wilson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.01 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

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

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