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CHRISTOPHER THOMAS BUNCH
NPI 1790845774
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Duluth, MN

Active since December 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E 3RD ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8318 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher Thomas Bunch NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER THOMAS BUNCH (NPI 1790845774) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (47482) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790845774
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER THOMAS BUNCH
Location Address400 E 3RD STDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8318
Phone(218) 786-8318
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1998
Enumeration DateDecember 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 2016
✔ NPI 1790845774 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 47482
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 47482 (MN)
400 E 3RD ST, Duluth, MN 55805
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid275432100MN
Medicare PIN770000066MN
Medicare UPINI34598

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan 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

Christopher Thomas Bunch 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 ID5597793794
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050729000151, I20090109000649
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.

Ultrasound of one leg arteries or artery grafts 93926
An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive test using sound waves to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors assess blood flow, identify blockages, and monitor the health of grafts.
53 services47 patients
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880
An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
40 services40 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
31 services31 patients
Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts 93925
An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.
22 services21 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.
20 services19 patients
Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts 93978
This procedure involves using sound waves to create images of your aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. It helps to detect abnormalities or blockages, ensuring your blood flows smoothly. It's painless and non-invasive.
18 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240002
Location402 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brainerd, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240075
Location523 North 3rd StreetBrainerd, MN 56401 · Crow Wing County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Virginia

Acute Care Hospitals · Virginia, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240084
Location901 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hayward, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521336
Location11040 N State Rd 77Hayward, WI 54843 · Sawyer County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

CHRISTIAN CONNER RN, CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-4150
JORDAN TICHENOR
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-3737
MOLLY B DWYER APRN, CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
AMY MARIE LARSON MD
Hospitalist
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
BRUCE JAMES DERAUF
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
NIZAR NAJIB SALEH
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
DIANE MAE KOLQUIST
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical-Surgical)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
GINA MARIE SLIPKA-MARINOS
Internal Medicine
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364

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 Bunch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Bunch is 1790845774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 11, 2006.

Where is Christopher Bunch located?

Christopher Bunch practices at 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8318.

What is Christopher Bunch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is Christopher Bunch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Bunch 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 Bunch accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Christopher Bunch 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 Bunch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Bunch is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center, Essentia Health Virginia and Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Bunch was last updated on February 25, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.