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DR. CHRISTOPHER WELLINGTON TOWE M.D.
NPI 1750529111
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Cleveland, OH

Active since January 22, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
11100 EUCLID AVE, CLEVELAND, OH 44106(216) 844-5770 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Wellington Towe M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER WELLINGTON TOWE M.D. (NPI 1750529111) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.124543) and active in the NPI registry since January 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750529111
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER WELLINGTON TOWECredential: M.D.
Location Address11100 EUCLID AVECleveland, OH 44106-1716
Mailing Address24701 Euclid Ave, 3rd FloorEuclid, OH 44117-1714
Phone(216) 844-5770
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 22, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 8, 2021
✔ NPI 1750529111 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35.124543
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 242774-1 (NY)
11100 EUCLID AVE, Cleveland, OH 44106
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Other Identifiers 2

Other35.124543OH · License
Medicaid0113618OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Dr. Christopher Wellington Towe 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 ID8729302013
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150114001679
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 9

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 services94 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.
90 services90 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.
57 services53 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
54 services47 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
34 services33 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.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ashland, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360002
Location1025 Center StAshland, OH 44805 · Ashland County

Parma Community General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Parma, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360041
Location7007 Powers BoulevardParma, OH 44129 · Cuyahoga County

University Hospitals Portage Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ravenna, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360078
Location6847 N ChestnutRavenna, OH 44266 · Portage County
Emergency services

Uh Cleveland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360137
Location11100 Euclid AvenueCleveland, OH 44106 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Elyria, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360145
Location630 East River StreetElyria, OH 44035 · Lorain County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44106 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
$166.65 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

79.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.51
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.09

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. YU HYON KIM MD
Ophthalmology
11100 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 844-3601
JENNIFER LYNN PARRY RN, CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
11100 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 983-5691
RAINBOW BABIES & CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
General Acute Care Hospital (Children)
11100 EUCLID AVE, RBC 637
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 983-5261
DR. KA CHUN ALAN CHAN M.D
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
11100 EUCLID AVE, UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CASE MEDICAL CENTER
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 844-1000
DR. CHOR CHEUNG TAM M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
11100 EUCLID AVE, UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CASE MEDICAL CENTER
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 333-8948
DOMINIC CERCONE
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
11100 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 844-1000
DR. CHRISTOPHER FELCHLIA MD
Anesthesiology
11100 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 844-2273
GABRIELLA MARGUERITE RUSTIA MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
11100 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44106
Cuyahoga County (216) 844-8570

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 Towe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Towe is 1750529111. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 22, 2009.

Where is Christopher Towe located?

Christopher Towe practices at 11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106. The listed phone number is (216) 844-5770.

What is Christopher Towe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Christopher Towe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Towe 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 Towe accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc. and CareSource and 1 other insurer list Christopher Towe 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 Towe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Towe is affiliated with University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center, Parma Community General Hospital, University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center and University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Towe was last updated on January 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.