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DR. JAMES WARREN CHRISTOPHER M.D.
NPI 1154301869
Surgery in Mandeville, LA

Active since January 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
233 SAINT ANN DR STE 3, MANDEVILLE, LA 70471(985) 635-0074(985) 635-0799 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 6, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. James Warren Christopher M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES WARREN CHRISTOPHER M.D. (NPI 1154301869) is an individual surgery provider in Mandeville, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.024148) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Tammany Parish Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154301869
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES WARREN CHRISTOPHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address233 SAINT ANN DR STE 3Mandeville, LA 70471-3395
Mailing Address29 Eagle TrceMandeville, LA 70471-6759 · (985) 626-3810
Phone(985) 635-0074
Fax(985) 635-0799
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 6, 2019
✔ NPI 1154301869 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.024148
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

233 SAINT ANN DR STE 3, Mandeville, LA 70471
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid57120LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Warren Christopher M.d. 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 ID2466580774
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100506000896
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

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 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.
20 services15 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.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70471 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 James Christopher's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Christopher is 1154301869. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006.

Where is James Christopher located?

James Christopher practices at 233 Saint Ann Dr Ste 3, Mandeville, LA 70471. The listed phone number is (985) 635-0074.

What is James Christopher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is James Christopher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Christopher 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.

What insurance does James Christopher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list James Christopher 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 James Christopher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Christopher is affiliated with St Tammany Parish Hospital and East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Christopher was last updated on August 6, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.