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DR. CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH BURNS M.D.
NPI 1952379141
Surgery in Nantucket, MA

Q: What is Christopher Burns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Burns is 1952379141. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Burns's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Burns was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days 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 March 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled

57 PROSPECT ST UNIT 1, NANTUCKET, MA 02554(508) 825-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, May 30, 2026 (2 updates tracked since 2026).

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About Dr. Christopher Joseph Burns M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH BURNS M.D. (NPI 1952379141) is an individual surgery provider in Nantucket, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (260405) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Shore Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952379141

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH BURNSCredential: M.D.

Location Address57 PROSPECT ST UNIT 1Nantucket, MA 02554-4396

Mailing Address11804 Hayfield CtPotomac, MD 20854-2149 · (312) 933-3123

Phone(508) 825-1000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 30, 2026

✔ NPI 1952379141 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MA · 260405✔ Licensed in VA · 0101239445

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.

57 PROSPECT ST UNIT 1, Nantucket, MA 02554

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 175 Francis StBoston, MA 02115-6106 · Phone (617) 732-5500

Location 2National Naval Medical Center, 8901 Wisconsin AveBethesda, MD 20889-0001 · Phone (301) 295-4442

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.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 Joseph Burns 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 ID3577785849

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141121000630

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 6

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.

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.

114 services113 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.

75 services65 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

69 services57 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.

56 services47 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

52 services52 patients

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.

32 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

South Shore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Weymouth, MA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220100

Location55 Fogg RoadSouth Weymouth, MA 02190 · Norfolk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02554 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

$90.70 typical visit price

range $58.86 – $177.36

Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$73.22 typical visit price

range $19.11 – $144.84

Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)

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 6

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

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