CHRISTOPHER J WEST MD
NPI 1295295533
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Flemington, NJ

Active since March 22, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000, FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822(908) 237-7018 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 19, 2020, Mar 22, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Christopher J West Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER J WEST MD (NPI 1295295533) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Flemington, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA11503100) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center, and is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295295533
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J WESTCredential: MD
Location Address121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000Flemington, NJ 08822-5755
Mailing Address34 TahoeNew Hope, PA 18938-1269 · (302) 547-5560
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 20, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 20, 2023
NPI 1295295533 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License Licensed in NJ · 25MA11503100
Definition
A family 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.
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000, Flemington, NJ 08822

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 J West 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 ID9436510302
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230726000325
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.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
135 services78 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.
102 services89 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
77 services24 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.
32 services25 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
23 services17 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.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hunterdon Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Flemington, NJ
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310005
Location2100 Wescott DriveFlemington, NJ 08822 · Hunterdon County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08822 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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)
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Social Worker (Clinical)
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Hospitalist
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Nurse Practitioner
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Social Worker (Clinical)
121 ROUTE 31 STE 1000
FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822

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 West's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher West is 1295295533. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2019.

Where is Christopher West located?

Christopher West practices at 121 Route 31 Ste 1000, Flemington, NJ 08822. The listed phone number is (908) 237-7018.

What is Christopher West's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Christopher West enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher West 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.

Is Christopher West affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher West is affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher West was last updated on September 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.