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DR. CHRISTOPHER CANNADY BRANCHE M.D.
NPI 1184646549
Anesthesiology in Long Beach, CA

Active since July 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2801 ATLANTIC AVE, LONG BEACH, CA 90806(562) 933-2000(562) 933-1245 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Cannady Branche M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER CANNADY BRANCHE M.D. (NPI 1184646549) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Long Beach, California, licensed in California (A45719) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184646549
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER CANNADY BRANCHECredential: M.D.
Location Address2801 ATLANTIC AVELong Beach, CA 90806-1701
Mailing AddressPo Box 10429Newport Beach, CA 92658-0429 · (949) 417-1812 · Fax (949) 417-1803
Phone(562) 933-2000
Fax(562) 933-1245
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJuly 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 2011
✔ NPI 1184646549 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A45719
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
2801 ATLANTIC AVE, Long Beach, CA 90806
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Other Identifiers 6

Other050022350CA · Railroad Medicare Id #
Medicaid00A457190CA
Medicare UPINF04165CA
Other00A457190CA · Blue Shield Id #
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedWA45719BCA · Medicare Id #
Other00A457190385CA · Caloptima Id #

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. Christopher Cannady Branche 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 ID5597948067
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110321000633
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 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.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
25 services24 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
17 services17 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
16 services15 patients
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638
Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
11 services11 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. DAVID C KIM M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 933-8100
MRS. ELISHA MARIE MARTIN MSN, NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (310) 350-8902
MICHAEL A RAYA MD
Internal Medicine
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 426-3333
GISELLE ABUYUAN GARINGAN PA
Physician Assistant
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 933-2000
ELIZABETH MARY ZAAROUR
Physician Assistant
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 249-4575
LONG BEACH MEMORIAL MEDICAL
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 933-0330
GLENN LEVINE M.D.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
2801 ATLANTIC AVE, 3RD FLOOR
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 933-8743
DAVID KHOA CAO DO
Internal Medicine
2801 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 426-3333

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 Branche's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Branche is 1184646549. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 24, 2006.

Where is Christopher Branche located?

Christopher Branche practices at 2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806. The listed phone number is (562) 933-2000.

What is Christopher Branche's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Christopher Branche enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Branche 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Branche was last updated on May 23, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years 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.