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CHRISTOPHER KOLASA MD
NPI 1073680062
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Brunswick, GA

Active since November 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
3025 SHRINE RD STE 450, BRUNSWICK, GA 31520(912) 264-6133(912) 267-1415 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 14, 2025, Dec 13, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Christopher Kolasa Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER KOLASA MD (NPI 1073680062) is an individual nephrology provider in Brunswick, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (102416) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System- Brunswick Campus, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073680062
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER KOLASACredential: MD
Location Address3025 SHRINE RD STE 450Brunswick, GA 31520-4787
Mailing AddressPo Box 15238Savannah, GA 31416-1938 · (912) 354-4813 · Fax (912) 650-5488
Phone(912) 264-6133
Fax(912) 267-1415
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1073680062 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 102416
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
3025 SHRINE RD STE 450, Brunswick, GA 31520
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1111 Colonial Way Ste 2Jesup, GA 31545-0132 · Phone (912) 588-1919 · Fax (912) 588-1959
Location 22040 Dan Proctor Dr Ste 230Saint Marys, GA 31558-3801 · Phone (912) 264-6133 · Fax (912) 267-1415

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Kolasa Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4587841101
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250115003796
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Kolasa reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Nephrology And Hypertension Medical Associates PC
Same address
Nephrology
3025 SHRINE RD
Brunswick, GA 31520
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356879902 (912) 354-4813

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
432 services163 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
131 services17 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
121 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
28 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
24 services24 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
23 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Southeast Georgia Health System- Brunswick Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Brunswick, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110025
Location2415 Parkwood DriveBrunswick, GA 31520 · Glynn County
Emergency services

Appling Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Baxley, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110071
Location163 E Tollison StreetBaxley, GA 31513 · Appling County
Emergency services

Wayne Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jesup, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110124
Location865 South First StreetJesup, GA 31545 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31520 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

78.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality64.43
Promoting Interoperability82
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.9

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure
93%303 patients5/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
58%122 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
97%1,483 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%2,163 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
22%565 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
21%507 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 20% · 393 patients
19%393 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
78%574 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 1% · 332 patients
Patients totalRate: 4% · 332 patients
4%332 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers28 claims47 services$6.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BRYAN JAMES KRULL DO
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
3025 SHRINE RD STE 450
BRUNSWICK, GA 31520
Glynn County (912) 264-6133
RAFAEL DAVID RODRIGUEZ ABREU M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
3025 SHRINE RD STE 450
BRUNSWICK, GA 31520
Glynn County (912) 264-6133

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Kolasa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Kolasa is 1073680062. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2006.

Where is Christopher Kolasa located?

Christopher Kolasa practices at 3025 Shrine Rd Ste 450, Brunswick, GA 31520. The listed phone number is (912) 264-6133.

What is Christopher Kolasa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Christopher Kolasa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Kolasa is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Christopher Kolasa's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Kolasa reassigns Medicare benefits to Nephrology And Hypertension Medical Associates PC (Brunswick, GA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Kolasa's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Kolasa accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Christopher Kolasa as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Kolasa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Kolasa is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System- Brunswick Campus, Appling Healthcare and Wayne Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Kolasa was last updated on February 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.