Dr. Christian Otero, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
17+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
5 locations
Upmc Community Medicine Inc
5230 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232
(412) 623-6889
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians
5230 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians
5230 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232
(412) 623-2458
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians
5230 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232
(412) 623-1109
About Dr. Christian Otero
Christian Otero, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Pittsburgh, PA.
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.
24
Years Experience
5
Locations
4
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2002
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 4 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | TRN10628 | Surgery | — |
| Florida | TRN14433 | Surgery | — |
| Ohio | CREDENTIAL 57.01570 | Surgery | — |
| Texas | S5457 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Pennsylvania | MD478239 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | |
| Florida | ME130909 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Christian Otero
With 17 years of practice, Dr. Christian Otero is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2002. Dr. currently practices across 5 facilities, including Upmc Community Medicine Inc in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316178502, 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. Christian Otero as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 66 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 153 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
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 15232
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Christian Otero
What does Dr. Christian Otero specialize in?
Dr. Christian Otero specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) and Surgery.
Where does Dr. Christian Otero practice?
Dr. Christian Otero practices at Upmc Community Medicine Inc in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. is also affiliated with 4 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Christian Otero accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Christian Otero accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 66 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Christian Otero's NPI number?
Dr. Christian Otero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316178502. 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. Christian Otero been practicing?
Dr. Christian Otero has approximately 17 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2002.