JOSEPH A CHRISTIANO M.D.
NPI 1609856475
Neurological Surgery in Tucson, AZ

Q: What is Joseph Christiano's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Christiano is 1609856475. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2006.

Q: What is Joseph Christiano's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Christiano was last updated on October 7, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.

Active since January 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

97.64/100

CMS Quality Rating

6567 E CARONDELET DR STE 305, TUCSON, AZ 85710(520) 881-8400(520) 881-6563 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 7, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Joseph A Christiano M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH A CHRISTIANO M.D. (NPI 1609856475) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (31299) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609856475

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH A CHRISTIANOCredential: M.D.

Location Address6567 E CARONDELET DR STE 305Tucson, AZ 85710-2156

Mailing Address6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 305Tucson, AZ 85710-2156 · (520) 881-8400 · Fax (520) 881-6563

Phone(520) 881-8400

Fax(520) 881-6563

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 7, 2008

✔ NPI 1609856475 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in AZ · 31299

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

6567 E CARONDELET DR STE 305, Tucson, AZ 85710

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified74439AZ

Medicare UPINH60846AZ

Medicaid771586AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

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

Joseph A Christiano M.d. 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 ID5294923199

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101220000229

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Christiano reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Tucson Physician Group Holdings, LLC

8.6 mi

Interventional Cardiology

395 N SILVERBELL RD STE 355
Tucson, AZ 85745

Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
293 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1356726939 (520) 622-5912

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 8

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.

43 services29 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.

26 services22 patients

Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with simple spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulator programming 95971

This procedure involves the use of electronic devices to analyze and adjust an implanted neurostimulator. The neurostimulator helps manage pain by sending mild electrical signals to your spinal cord or peripheral nerves. This analysis ensures it's functioning properly.

19 services17 patients

Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator generator or receiver 63685

The insertion of a spinal neurostimulator generator or receiver is a procedure to manage chronic pain. A small device is implanted under your skin, which sends mild electrical signals to your spinal cord. These signals disrupt pain signals, helping to reduce discomfort.

17 services17 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

17 services17 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.

16 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85710 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

$127.71 typical visit price

range $55.44 – $168.60

Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.24 typical visit price

range $17.72 – $137.41

Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)

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.

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.

97.64/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

84.77

Promoting Interoperability

98.67

Improvement Activities

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.

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