DR. CHRISTOPHER WHITE RATCHFORD M.D.
NPI 1154309763
Family Medicine in Cleveland, GA

Active since January 04, 2006PECOS Enrolled
17 WHITE ST, CLEVELAND, GA 30528(706) 865-4001(706) 865-6268 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 10, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 10, 2021, Feb 22, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Christopher White Ratchford M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER WHITE RATCHFORD M.D. (NPI 1154309763) is an individual family medicine provider in Cleveland, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (45932) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Blue Ridge.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154309763
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER WHITE RATCHFORDCredential: M.D.
Location Address17 WHITE STCleveland, GA 30528-1140
Mailing Address17 White St, Po Box 490Cleveland, GA 30528-1140 · (706) 865-4001 · Fax (706) 865-6268
Fax(706) 865-6268
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJanuary 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 10, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 10, 2021
NPI 1154309763 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in GA · 45932
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 45932 (GA)
17 WHITE ST, Cleveland, GA 30528

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12855 Old Highway 5Blue Ridge, GA 30513-6248 · Phone (706) 632-3711 · Fax (706) 632-3711

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00889765AGA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Christopher White Ratchford M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
358 services333 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
205 services193 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
123 services121 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
33 services33 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30528 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Physician Assistant
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528
Family Medicine
17 WHITE ST
CLEVELAND, GA 30528

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 Ratchford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Ratchford is 1154309763. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 4, 2006.

Where is Christopher Ratchford located?

Christopher Ratchford practices at 17 White St, Cleveland, GA 30528. The listed phone number is (706) 865-4001.

What is Christopher Ratchford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christopher Ratchford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Ratchford is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Christopher Ratchford accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Christopher Ratchford 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Ratchford was last updated on December 10, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.