DR. CHRISTOPHER MARK VAUGHN M.D.
NPI 1861404295
Orthopaedic Surgery in Toccoa, GA

Active since August 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
58 BIG A RD, TOCCOA, GA 30577(706) 886-9693(706) 886-7843 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2023, Sep 29, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Christopher Mark Vaughn M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER MARK VAUGHN M.D. (NPI 1861404295) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Toccoa, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (45999) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, Llc, and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861404295
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER MARK VAUGHNCredential: M.D.
Location Address58 BIG A RDToccoa, GA 30577-6017
Mailing Address58 Big A RdToccoa, GA 30577-6017 · (706) 886-9693 · Fax (706) 886-7843
Fax(706) 886-7843
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1861404295 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License Licensed in GA · 45999
Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

58 BIG A RD, Toccoa, GA 30577

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000871978AGA
Other045999GA · State License
Medicaid000871978BGA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Mark Vaughn 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 ID8022065283
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050331000533
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 19

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.

Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7325
Synvisc or Synvisc-One is a treatment involving an injection of a substance called hyaluronan into your joints. This substance, naturally found in the body, helps lubricate and cushion your joints, reducing pain and improving mobility. It's often used for arthritis patients.
1,523 services25 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
1,442 services201 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
369 services185 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.
330 services198 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
128 services128 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
124 services96 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Lavonia, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110027
Location367 Clear Creek ParkwayLavonia, GA 30553 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Stephens County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Toccoa, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110032
Location163 Hospital DriveToccoa, GA 30577 · Stephens County
Emergency services

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

Northside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110161
Location1000 Johnson Ferry Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30342 · Fulton County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30577 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
88%3,553 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
68%251 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
81%467 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
93%633 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
23%1,834 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
14%1,350 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 97% · 595 patients
Patients tobacco: 3% · 103 patients
79%595 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
54%1,834 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
2%1,834 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
12%1,834 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$9.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Physician Assistant
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Urology
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Physician Assistant
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
58 BIG A RD
TOCCOA, GA 30577

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 Vaughn's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Vaughn is 1861404295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2006.

Where is Christopher Vaughn located?

Christopher Vaughn practices at 58 Big A Rd, Toccoa, GA 30577. The listed phone number is (706) 886-9693.

What is Christopher Vaughn's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Christopher Vaughn enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Vaughn 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 Vaughn accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Christopher Vaughn 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 Vaughn affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Vaughn is affiliated with Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC, Stephens County Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Northside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Vaughn was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.