DR. CHARLES COOPER DNP CRNA
NPI 1336505148
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Valparaiso, IN

Q: What is Charles Cooper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Cooper is 1336505148. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 8, 2016.

Q: What is Charles Cooper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Cooper was last updated on January 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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 January 08, 2016Accepts Medicare Assignment

85 E US HIGHWAY 6, VALPARAISO, IN 46383(219) 263-4600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

On this page

About Dr. Charles Cooper Dnp Crna NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES COOPER DNP CRNA (NPI 1336505148) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Valparaiso, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (28191129A) and active in the NPI registry since January 2016. He is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City and is a graduate of Rush Medical College Of Rush University (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336505148

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy367500000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES COOPERCredential: DNP CRNA

Location Address85 E US HIGHWAY 6Valparaiso, IN 46383-8947

Mailing Address85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383-8947 · (219) 263-4600

Phone(219) 263-4600

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateJanuary 8, 2016

✔ NPI 1336505148 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code367500000X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 28191129A

Definition

(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.

85 E US HIGHWAY 6, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Open in Google Maps ↗

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Charles Cooper Dnp Crna 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 ID6709175755

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160516001006

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Cooper reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Porter County Anesthesia Associates PC

1.0 mi

Anesthesiology

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
Valparaiso, IN 46383

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
55 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1215974936 (219) 983-5743

La Porte County Anesthesia Associates LLC

16 mi

Anesthesiology

3500 FRANCISCAN WAY
Michigan City, IN 46360

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
49 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1477553634 (192) 877-1033

Stat Anesthesia Specialists Ltd

22 mi

Anesthesiology

10220 WICKER AVE, SUITE 3
Saint John, IN 46373

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
97 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1699724781 (219) 515-6943

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.

23 services23 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.

22 services22 patients

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.

18 services18 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.

14 services14 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Franciscan Health Michigan City

Acute Care Hospitals · Michigan City, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number150015

Location3500 Franciscan WayMichigan City, IN 46360 · La Porte County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46383 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

$122.49 typical visit price

range $53.07 – $161.76

Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.48 typical visit price

range $16.93 – $132.22

Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

BRITTANY RODRIGUEZ

Registered Nurse

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8300

DR. DAVID CUMMINS M.D.

Emergency Medicine

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8300

MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER HANSEN MD

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 464-9054

KRISHNAVENI MANDAN

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8399

LEAH VICTORIA WU

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8300

SYED TAYYAB SHAH MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8300

OMAR JASON BARAKAT M.D.

Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)

85 E US HIGHWAY 6, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 464-4891

JESSICA MARIE JOHNSON

Nurse Practitioner

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

Porter County (219) 983-8300

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 Charles Cooper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Cooper is 1336505148. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 8, 2016.

Where is Charles Cooper located?

Charles Cooper practices at 85 E Us Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN 46383. The listed phone number is (219) 263-4600.

What is Charles Cooper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Charles Cooper enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Cooper 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Charles Cooper's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Cooper reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Porter County Anesthesia Associates PC (Valparaiso, IN), La Porte County Anesthesia Associates LLC (Michigan City, IN) and Stat Anesthesia Specialists Ltd (Saint John, IN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Charles Cooper's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Charles Cooper affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Cooper is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Cooper was last updated on January 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.