Dr. Christopher Komanapalli, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
4 locations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus
1625 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85719
(520) 874-4189
Banner -- University Medical Group
1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, Arizona, 85719
(520) 694-0111
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus
1625 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85719
(520) 874-4189
Colorado Imaging Associates Pc
5930 N Placita Tecolote, Tucson, Arizona, 85718
(720) 321-0000
About Dr. Christopher Komanapalli
Christopher Komanapalli, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Tucson, AZ.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
25
Years Experience
4
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2001
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | MD-40188 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Christopher Komanapalli
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Christopher Komanapalli is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2001. Dr. currently practices across 4 facilities, including Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus in Tucson, Arizona. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194894519, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Christopher Komanapalli as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 146 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 223 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Christopher Komanapalli received $8K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are in line with specialist-level consulting and speaker-program participation.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$8K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 85719
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Christopher Komanapalli
What does Dr. Christopher Komanapalli specialize in?
Dr. Christopher Komanapalli specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Christopher Komanapalli practice?
Dr. Christopher Komanapalli practices at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. is also affiliated with 3 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Christopher Komanapalli accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Christopher Komanapalli accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 146 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Christopher Komanapalli's NPI number?
Dr. Christopher Komanapalli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194894519. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Christopher Komanapalli been practicing?
Dr. Christopher Komanapalli has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2001.