Christopher James Anker, M.D.
Christopher James Anker is a Therapeutic Radiology specialist based in Burlington, VT with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher James Anker, M.D. has been part of the Burlington medical community since 2007 in group practice. A State University of Ny Upstate Medical University graduate since 2005, he brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4495dNPPES updated 2014-01-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better34.23%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+29.1 pts)
34.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
234
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
55
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
149
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Cancer, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$113 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Christopher James Anker's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University
21 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 2085R0203X
Education & Training
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
111 Colchester Ave., Burlington, VT 05401
Differs from practice location
Virtual Therapeutic Radiology Care With Christopher James Anker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher James Anker for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Burlington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher James Anker
NPI records show Dr. Anker as active with telehealth listed in Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 918-2399.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401-1473
Mailing Address
111 Colchester Ave., Burlington, VT 05401
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