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CHRISTOPHER LANCE LOVE MD
NPI 1902860703
Surgery in Fredericksburg, TX

Active since April 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
820 REUBEN STREET, SUITE A, FREDERICKSBURG, TX 78624(830) 997-6000(830) 997-6004 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 28, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher Lance Love Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER LANCE LOVE MD (NPI 1902860703) is an individual surgery provider in Fredericksburg, Texas, licensed in Texas (L5028) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902860703
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER LANCE LOVECredential: MD
Location Address820 REUBEN STREET, SUITE AFredericksburg, TX 78624-4436
Mailing Address820 Reuben Street, Suite AFredericksburg, TX 78624-4436 · (830) 997-6000 · Fax (830) 997-6004
Phone(830) 997-6000
Fax(830) 997-6004
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 28, 2009
✔ NPI 1902860703 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · L5028✔ Licensed in KY · 38499
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.
820 REUBEN STREET, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid157666202TX
Medicare UPINH80342
Other8BV380TX · Bcbstx
Other26-3617075TX · Tin
Medicare PIN8F10162TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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 Lance Love 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 ID5193700169
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090224000423
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 13

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.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
235 services234 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
194 services193 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.
71 services60 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
51 services49 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.
32 services32 patients
Removal of large bowel tissue using a flexible endoscope 45390
This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible endoscope to examine and potentially remove tissue from the large intestine. The endoscope allows the doctor to view the bowel lining directly and remove any abnormal tissue for further analysis.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450604
Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78624 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.

Reported Quality Measures

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.
97%235 patients4/55-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.
53%164 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
51%166 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…
37%164 patients2/55-star benchmark: 79%
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

C LANCE LOVE MDPA
Surgery
820 REUBEN STREET, SUITE A
FREDERICKSBURG, TX 78624
Gillespie County (830) 997-6000

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 Love's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Love is 1902860703. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2006.

Where is Christopher Love located?

Christopher Love practices at 820 Reuben Street Suite A, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. The listed phone number is (830) 997-6000.

What is Christopher Love's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Love enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Love 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 Love accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Christopher Love 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 Love affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Love is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Love was last updated on December 28, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.