Christopher E Avendano, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Christopher E Avendano is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Sandusky, OH with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE, SLEEP MEDICINE
Christopher E Avendano, M.D. has been part of the Sandusky medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Ohio State University College of Medicine (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5003dNPPES updated 2012-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2800 Hayes Ave Building G, Sandusky, OH 44870-7248
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Ohio.
MIPS Score
202387.26/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better42.2%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-40.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
671
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
352
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,196
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.43M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$277 received from industry
16 transactions 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 E Avendano's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
Ohio State University College of Medicine
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1993)
Mailing address
1031 Pierce Street Suite D, Sandusky, OH 44870
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Christopher E Avendano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher E Avendano for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sandusky 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 E Avendano
NPI records show Dr. Avendano as active with telehealth listed in Sandusky, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (419) 609-7506.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher E Avendano
Practice Location
2800 Hayes Ave Building G, Sandusky, OH 44870-7248
Mailing Address
1031 Pierce Street Suite D, Sandusky, OH 44870
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