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CHRISTOPHER SCOTT KUPPLER MD
NPI 1679866552
Surgery in Temple, TX

Active since May 25, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
2401 S 31ST ST, TEMPLE, TX 76508(254) 724-2111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 10, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 10, 2025, Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023 and 58 more (61 updates tracked since 2018).

About Christopher Scott Kuppler Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT KUPPLER MD (NPI 1679866552) is an individual surgery provider in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (V3631) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679866552
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SCOTT KUPPLERCredential: MD
Location Address2401 S 31ST STTemple, TX 76508-2134
Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (800) 994-0371
Phone(254) 724-2111
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 25, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJune 10, 202561 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 10, 2025
✔ NPI 1679866552 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · V3631
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License V3631 (TX)
2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Christopher Scott Kuppler 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 ID1052545308
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241106002057
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
89 services44 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
35 services34 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
27 services17 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
24 services24 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
16 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Acute Care Hospitals · Temple, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450054
Location2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 · Bell County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hendrick Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Abilene, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450229
Location1900 PineAbilene, TX 79601 · Taylor County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St David's South Austin Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450713
Location901 West Ben White BlvdAustin, TX 78704 · Travis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Acute Care Hospitals · Round Rock, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670034
Location300 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78664 · Williamson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls

Acute Care Hospitals · Marble Falls, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670108
Location810 W Highway 71Marble Falls, TX 78654 · Burnet County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76508 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

95.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DR. TIFFANY JONES BERRY MD
Family Medicine
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-6927
CHRISTINA ESMAT KARIMI P.A
Physician Assistant
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
MRS. JESSICA R. LEHMAN P. T.
Physical Therapist
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
DR. JOHN DAVID R. SENO MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
BARRY RAY CHAMBERLIN MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
KAMIA ROCHELLE SCROGGINS FASHEUN FNP
Nurse Practitioner
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
SAMANTHA RUFARO MAKINA
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111
BRANDON ROBERT MAY
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Bell County (254) 724-2111

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 Kuppler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Kuppler is 1679866552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 25, 2011.

Where is Christopher Kuppler located?

Christopher Kuppler practices at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508. The listed phone number is (254) 724-2111.

What is Christopher Kuppler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Christopher Kuppler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Kuppler 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 Kuppler accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Christopher Kuppler 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 Kuppler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Kuppler is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Hendrick Medical Center, St David's South Austin Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Kuppler was last updated on June 10, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.