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Based in Lynchburg, VA, Christopher Stands, MD is listed in the NPI registry under urology. Christopher graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 2003. Medicare claims data shows Christopher provided 2,164 services to 1,759 patients.
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Education & Training
Areas of Expertise
Licensing & Certification
Source: NPPES NPI Registry
Contact Information
- (434) 200-5297
- Email not available
Practice Locations
2542 LANGHORNE RD
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,164 services · 1,759 patients · 22 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | Procedure | 51798 |
267 |
| Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | Procedure | 52000 |
210 |
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
160 |
| Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube | Procedure | 51702 |
50 |
| Crushing of stone of ureter with insertion of stent using an endoscope | Procedure | 52356 |
26 |
| Insertion of stent in ureter using an endoscope | Procedure | 52332 |
22 |
| Biopsy of prostate gland | Procedure | 55700 |
21 |
| Removal of prostate gland using an electrocautery knife through urethra with control of bleeding using an endoscope | Procedure | 52601 |
16 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate | Procedure | 55874 |
13 |
| Destruction and/or removal of growth of bladder and urethra using an endoscope, 2.0-5.0 cm | Procedure | 52235 |
13 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other urology specialists at this location 5
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Trained at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 2003 at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 8
Providers in VA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Dr. Stands's specialty?
Dr. Stands is an urology in Lynchburg, VA. This is the primary taxonomy recorded against the NPI in the federal registry, listed there as “UROLOGY”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Dr. Stands?
Dr. Stands is listed at 2542 LANGHORNE RD, Lynchburg, VA 24501. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Dr. Stands?
The number on file is (434) 200-5297. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Stands?
Dr. Stands's National Provider Identifier is 1023228483. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Stands's medical education?
Dr. Stands attended Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, graduating in 2003. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Stands have?
Dr. Stands has 23 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2003, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Dr. Stands known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Stands performs procedures including ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding, diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope and insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample; reads or performs imaging such as imaging of urinary tract following injection of a contrast agent and x-ray of abdomen, 1 view; provides treatments such as administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
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