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DR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES PINGEL MD
NPI 1326209602
Pediatrics in Saint Louis, MO

Active since June 19, 2008PECOS Enrolled
8888 LADUE RD, STE 100, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124(314) 862-4050(314) 862-1141 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Nov 15, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Christopher James Pingel Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES PINGEL MD (NPI 1326209602) is an individual pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2010009175) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326209602
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208000000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES PINGELCredential: MD
Location Address8888 LADUE RD, STE 100Saint Louis, MO 63124-2326
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412125Chicago, IL 60674-2125 · (314) 862-4050 · Fax (314) 862-1141
Phone(314) 862-4050
Fax(314) 862-1141
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1326209602 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPediatricsAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208000000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2010009175
Definition

A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.

8888 LADUE RD, Saint Louis, MO 63124
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid204208508MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cox HealthPlans.Insurance ›

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Christopher James Pingel Md 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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63124 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
$86.32 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.37 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $24.59 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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 20

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

CATHLEEN FARIS M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
8888 LADUE RD, STE 220
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 644-3336
DR. KATHERINE L KREUSSER M.D.
Pediatrics
8888 LADUE RD, SUITE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 862-4050
DR. RUSSELL G HOFFMANN PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
8888 LADUE RD, #120
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 454-6069
DR. SUSAN C SYLVIA PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
8888 LADUE RD, #120
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 454-6069
WOLKEN DENTAL
Dentist (General Practice)
8888 LADUE RD, STE 200
ST. LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 727-6676
W2WLLC
Specialist
8888 LADUE RD, SUITE 220
ST LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 644-3336
DR. STEVEN F WOLKEN DDS
Dentist
8888 LADUE RD, SUITE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 727-6676
DR. CHRISTOPHER M WOLKEN DDS
Dentist
8888 LADUE RD, STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124
St. Louis County (314) 727-6676

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 Pingel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Pingel is 1326209602. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2008.

Where is Christopher Pingel located?

Christopher Pingel practices at 8888 Ladue Rd Ste 100, Saint Louis, MO 63124. The listed phone number is (314) 862-4050.

What is Christopher Pingel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics with taxonomy code 208000000X.

Is Christopher Pingel enrolled in Medicare?

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

What insurance does Christopher Pingel accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list Christopher Pingel 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 Pingel was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.