CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLACK M.D.
NPI 1205195138
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Joplin, MO

Q: What is Christopher Black's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Black is 1205195138. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2012.

Q: What is Christopher Black's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Black was last updated on August 30, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since May 12, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

64.74/100

CMS Quality Rating

1102 W 32ND ST, JOPLIN, MO 64804(417) 347-4094 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 30, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 30, 2022, Aug 18, 2016, Jul 11, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Christopher Michael Black M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLACK M.D. (NPI 1205195138) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2016024020) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Freeman Health System - Freeman West, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205195138

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLACKCredential: M.D.

Location Address1102 W 32ND STJoplin, MO 64804-3503

Mailing AddressPo Box 3810Joplin, MO 64803-3810 · (417) 438-9300

Phone(417) 347-4094

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of MedicineGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMay 12, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 30, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 30, 2022

✔ NPI 1205195138 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2016024020

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

1102 W 32ND ST, Joplin, MO 64804

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Michael Black 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 ID2961641626

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160815002741

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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

200 services112 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.

141 services91 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.

118 services115 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

101 services100 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

54 services41 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Freeman Health System - Freeman West

Acute Care Hospitals · Joplin, MO

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260137

Location1102 West 32nd StreetJoplin, MO 64804 · Jasper County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

64.74/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

58.55

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.46

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