CHRISTOPHER R WEST MD
NPI 1316103328
Internal Medicine in Lexington, KY

Active since July 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40503(859) 260-6100(859) 260-4350 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christopher R West Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER R WEST MD (NPI 1316103328) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (42213) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316103328
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER R WESTCredential: MD
Location Address1740 NICHOLASVILLE RDLexington, KY 40503-1431
Mailing Address1740 Nicholasville RdLexington, KY 40503-1431 · (859) 260-6100 · Fax (859) 260-4350
Fax(859) 260-4350
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 2009
NPI 1316103328 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in KY · 42213
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD, Lexington, KY 40503

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN0614745KY

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher R 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 ID2567522428
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081121000291
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.

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.
332 services178 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.
158 services109 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
95 services93 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.
62 services61 patients
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.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Health Lexington

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number180103
Location1740 Nicholasville RoadLexington, KY 40503 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40503 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

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.

95.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality89.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers25 claims25 services$18.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$48.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers38 claims38 services$102.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$38.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
3 suppliers21 claims21 services$25.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Anesthesiology
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Hospitalist
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Nurse Practitioner
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Physical Therapist
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse First Assistant)
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Occupational Therapist
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
Occupational Therapist
1740 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

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 1316103328. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 30, 2008.

Where is Christopher West located?

Christopher West practices at 1740 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503. The listed phone number is (859) 260-6100.

What is Christopher West's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

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.

What insurance does Christopher West accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Christopher West 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 Christopher West affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher West is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher West was last updated on December 30, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.