Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Christopher Puchferran, MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · North Miami Beach, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Puchferran from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Puchferran
Dr. Christopher Puchferran is a student in an organized health care education/training program specialist in North Miami Beach, FL, with 10 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Puchferran performed 1,232 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Puchferran received a total of $21,891 from 13 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 174 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Puchferran is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 10 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 19% volume in FL
$21,891 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 135434 | Clear | January 31, 2028 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗1,232
Medicare services
Top 19% in FL for student in an organized health care education/training program
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$22
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
588 | $7 | $50 |
| CT scan of head/brain, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye. |
83 | $33 | $314 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
67 | $28 | $263 |
| Chest fluid aspiration with imaging guidance This procedure involves removing fluid from the chest cavity using imaging technology to guide the needle placement. |
61 | $92 | $549 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
59 | $11 | $343 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
51 | $9 | $55 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
45 | $7 | $46 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
43 | $13 | $120 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
36 | $18 | $173 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
33 | $16 | $144 |
| Ultrasound scan of chest An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures inside the chest. |
31 | $23 | $201 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
25 | $23 | $217 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
23 | $29 | $267 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
18 | $230 | $2,225 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
17 | $62 | $835 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
15 | $72 | $707 |
| Insertion of non-tunneled central venous catheter A procedure to place a central venous catheter for infusion in patients aged 5 years or older. The catheter is inserted directly into a large vein without being tunneled under the skin. |
14 | $74 | $945 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
12 | $59 | $425 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
11 | $10 | $74 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
2.6% high complexity
32.5% medium
64.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$21,891
Total received (2019-2024)
Avg $3,649/year across 6 years
Top 2% in FL for student in an organized health care education/training program
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
13
Companies
174
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$4,797
2023
$7,201
2022
$7,387
2021
$1,234
2020
$650
2019
$622
Payments by company (2024)
Penumbra, Inc.
$3,838
Philips North America LLC
$550
Terumo Medical Corporation
$171
Bolton Medical Inc
$133
Inari Medical, Inc.
$69
Cook Medical LLC
$36
Top 3 companies account for 95.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2019-2024) ›
Penumbra, Inc.
$13,900
Medtronic, Inc.
$2,522
Cook Medical LLC
$1,396
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$798
Terumo Medical Corporation
$620
Cook Incorporated
$601
ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES, INC.
$587
Philips North America LLC
$550
Inari Medical, Inc.
$493
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$156
Bolton Medical Inc
$133
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$125
EKOS Corporation
$12
Top 3 companies account for 81.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(4067) Tack Endo Sys BTK · (4067) Tack Endovascular Systems BTK · (5027) Intact Vascular Und · (5028) IGT D Systems Und · (5044) MCOT · (6536) Phoenix · (6554) Peripheral Vascular Undivided · (6577) Visions 014 · (6578) Visions 018 · (6582) Visions 035 · (9281) Turbo Elite · (9285) AngioSculpt PV · (9556) IVC Filter Removal · (AZ7) Lasers · ABRE · AMPLATZ · AZUR CX DETACHABLE · CHAMELEON · CONCERTOTM · COOK · COOK CELECT · Cook Medical Embolization · Cook Medical Zilver PTX · EKOSONIC · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · FORMULA 418 · HYDROPEARL · Indigo System · KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY · NAVICROSS · OPTION · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION SYSTEM · Option · PERFORMER · Penumbra Coil 400 · Penumbra System · Performer · RELAY THORACIC STENT-GRAFT WITH PLUS DELIVERY SYSTEM · ROSCH-UCHIDA · RUBY Coil · S · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · TORCON NB · TORNADO · TURBOHAWK · XARELTO · ZILVER PTX · Zilver 635
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Geographic Context
Student in an organized health care education/training programs in nearby ZIP areas
6,188
County median income
$68,694
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
HCA FLORIDA AVENTURA HOSPITAL
4.8 mi
4.8 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Puchferran is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 19% in FL).
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Puchferran experienced with chest x-ray, 1 view?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Puchferran performed 588 chest x-ray, 1 view services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Puchferran receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Puchferran received a total of $21,891 from 13 companies across 174 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Puchferran's costs compare to other student in an organized health care education/training programs in North Miami Beach?
Dr. Puchferran's average Medicare payment per service is $22. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Puchferran) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
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About this page
This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.
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