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About Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla
Background and practice information
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla is a general surgeon with over 27 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Great Barrington, MA area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 1999. He currently practices at Berkshire Faculty Services Inc.
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with heart attack and stroke prevention, blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, bacterial infections, and related conditions, as well as performing leg revascularization procedures to restore blood flow in the lower extremities, colonoscopy procedures for colorectal screening and diagnosis, upper GI endoscopy.
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla is in-network with 8 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Massachusetts, BCBS Massachusetts HMO, and 5 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
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Berkshire Faculty Services Inc
Primary780 S Main St
Great Barrington, MA 01230
(413) 447-2498
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla is an experienced general surgeon in Great Barrington, MA with a demonstrated track record in leg revascularization procedures to restore blood flow in the lower extremities. Based on verified procedure data reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Dr. Galvez-Padilla has significant surgical experience across multiple procedures.
Leg revascularization (restoring blood flow)
Dr. Galvez-Padilla has performed 93 leg revascularization procedures to restore blood flow in the lower extremities, placing among the top 4% of surgeons nationwide for this procedure. This exceptionally high volume of experience is a meaningful indicator when choosing a vascular surgeon in Great Barrington, MA, as medical research has consistently linked higher procedure volumes with improved patient outcomes and lower complication rates.
Colonoscopy
Dr. Galvez-Padilla also performs colonoscopy procedures for colorectal screening and diagnosis.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
Dr. Galvez-Padilla also performs upper GI endoscopy (EGD) procedures for acid reflux and digestive evaluation.
Services & Procedures
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care, emergency care, and 3 other areas of care.
Office Visits
340 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and phone consultation and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 53% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
209 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and daily hospital rounds and hospital discharge. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 60% below the billed amount.
Emergency Care
25 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla evaluates and treats patients in emergency department settings, with emergency evaluation being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 73% below the billed amount.
Diagnostic Imaging
27 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla utilizes diagnostic imaging to evaluate and monitor patient conditions, with ultrasound of leg arteries at rest and after exercise being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 75% below the billed amount.
Cardiovascular
339 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla performs cardiovascular assessments to evaluate heart and vascular health, with carotid ultrasound being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 76% below the billed amount.
Surgical Procedures
54 servicesDr. Christian Galvez-Padilla performs surgical procedures, including removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope and removal of blood clot and portion of chest, neck, or brain artery. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 75% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla's treatment approach includes prescribing Cilostazol, Clopidogrel Bisulfate (Clopidogrel), Apixaban (Eliquis) for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating heart attack and stroke prevention, blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, bacterial infections. This prescribing pattern is consistent with a focused practice in general surgery.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla accepts 37 plans from 8 insurers, including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $1.4K in payments to Dr. Christian Galvez-Padilla in 2024, primarily from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP for consulting fee. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
Top Paying Companies
Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About General Surgery
Specialty overview and common conditions
A general surgeon is a physician who specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases affecting the abdomen, digestive tract, skin, soft tissues, breast, thyroid, and other organs. These highly trained specialists perform both emergency and elective surgeries, ranging from minimally invasive laparo...
Common conditions treated by general surgery specialists:
- Appendicitis
- Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease
- Hernias (Inguinal, Umbilical, Incisional, Ventral)
- Breast Disease and Breast Cancer
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christian Galvez-Padilla
Does Dr. Galvez-Padilla accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Galvez-Padilla accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Galvez-Padilla and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Galvez-Padilla accept?
Dr. Galvez-Padilla is in-network with 8 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Massachusetts, BCBS Massachusetts HMO, Cigna, Medicare, and 3 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Galvez-Padilla's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Galvez-Padilla offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Yes, Dr. Galvez-Padilla offers telehealth services, allowing patients to have virtual consultations from the comfort of their home. Contact the office to schedule a telehealth appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Galvez-Padilla treat?
As a general surgery specialist, Dr. Galvez-Padilla commonly treats conditions including appendicitis, gallstones and gallbladder disease, hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, ventral), breast disease and breast cancer, thyroid nodules and goiter, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Galvez-Padilla commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Galvez-Padilla commonly prescribes medications including Cilostazol, Clopidogrel Bisulfate, Apixaban. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Galvez-Padilla during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Galvez-Padilla go to medical school?
Dr. Galvez-Padilla completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 1999, bringing over 27 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Galvez-Padilla's office located?
Dr. Galvez-Padilla practices at 780 S MAIN ST, Great Barrington, MA 01230 at BERKSHIRE FACULTY SERVICES INC. You can reach the office by calling (413) 447-2498.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Galvez-Padilla?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Galvez-Padilla, call the office at (413) 447-2498. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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