CHRISTOPHER A FRANZ MD
NPI 1861887887
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Harrisburg, PA

Q: What is Christopher Franz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Franz is 1861887887. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2015.

Q: What is Christopher Franz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Franz was last updated on August 27, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 April 06, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.54/100

CMS Quality Rating

111 S FRONT ST, HARRISBURG, PA 17101(717) 231-8772(717) 231-8435 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 27, 2021, Aug 9, 2021, Jul 23, 2021 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Christopher A Franz Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER A FRANZ MD (NPI 1861887887) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD468608) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Carlisle, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861887887

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER A FRANZCredential: MD

Location Address111 S FRONT STHarrisburg, PA 17101-2010

Mailing Address111 S Front StHarrisburg, PA 17101-2010 · (717) 231-8772 · Fax (717) 231-8435

Phone(717) 231-8772

Fax(717) 231-8435

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateApril 6, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20217 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2021

✔ NPI 1861887887 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD468608

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

111 S FRONT ST, Harrisburg, PA 17101

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13459 5th Ave, ATTN BRITTANY MANNINGPittsburgh, PA 15213-3236 · Phone (412) 648-3098

Location 22005 Technology Pkwy Ste 300Mechanicsburg, PA 17050-9423 · Phone (717) 988-5864 · Fax (717) 221-5615

Location 34310 Londonderry Rd Ste 106Harrisburg, PA 17109-5333 · Phone (717) 988-8210 · Fax (717) 221-5260

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

Christopher A Franz 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 ID2365799343

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200428002276

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 12

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.

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.

92 services40 patients

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.

54 services46 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

32 services32 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.

30 services25 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

23 services23 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.

23 services23 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.

23 services21 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

19 services19 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.

18 services14 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

17 services17 patients

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.

14 services11 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.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Upmc Carlisle

Acute Care Hospitals · Carlisle, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390058

Location361 Alexander Spring RoadCarlisle, PA 17015 · Cumberland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisburg, PA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390067

Location409 South Second StreetHarrisburg, PA 17104 · Dauphin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17101 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

82.54/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

76.62

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

65.18

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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