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DR. CHRISTA S PESTKA MD
NPI 1356342331
Family Medicine in Johnston City, IL

Active since August 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
14410 ROUTE 37, JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951(618) 983-6911(618) 983-6913 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 13, 2022, Aug 20, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Christa S Pestka Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTA S PESTKA MD (NPI 1356342331) is an individual family medicine provider in Johnston City, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-107039) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Herrin Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356342331
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTA S PESTKACredential: MD
Location Address14410 ROUTE 37Johnston City, IL 62951-1427
Mailing AddressPo Box 155Christopher, IL 62822-0155 · (618) 724-2401 · Fax (618) 724-4628
Phone(618) 983-6911
Fax(618) 983-6913
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 10, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 10, 2026
✔ NPI 1356342331 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036-107039
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
14410 ROUTE 37, Johnston City, IL 62951
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Other Identifiers 3

OtherCF3444IL · Medicare Rr
Medicaid036107039IL
Medicaid370966854023IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

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. Christa S Pestka 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 ID3375674252
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100622000635
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Christa Pestka reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Christopher Greater Area Rural Health Planning Corporation
Same address
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
14410 ROUTE 37, JOHNSTON CITY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Johnston City, IL 62951
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053593533 (618) 983-6911
Physician Services Corporation Of Southern Illinois Inc.
35 mi
Internal Medicine
4218 LINCOLNSHIRE DR
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 296 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831101807 (618) 899-3600

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 4

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.

Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
219 services157 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428
This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.
40 services37 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.
13 services13 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87430
A detection test using the immunoassay technique for Group A Strep is a simple procedure. It identifies a specific bacteria, Streptococcus, which can cause throat infections. A swab from your throat is taken and tested for the presence of these bacteria.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Herrin Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Herrin, IL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140011
Location201 S 14th StHerrin, IL 62948 · Williamson County
Emergency services

Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140046
Location1 Good Samaritan WayMount Vernon, IL 62864 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale

Acute Care Hospitals · Carbondale, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140164
Location405 W JacksonCarbondale, IL 62901 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Heartland Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marion, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number140184
Location3333 W DeyoungMarion, IL 62959 · Williamson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 62951 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
$85.71 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.25 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $24.31 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers29 claims79 services$5.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers18 claims20 services$0.92 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
2 suppliers24 claims24 services$90.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$33.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier11 claims660 services$6.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
6 suppliers17 claims3,222 services$0.03 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.

ERICA RENEE ESCUE PA-C
Physician Assistant
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
TAMMY SUE YATES LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 937-6409
KIMBERLY ANN WALKER
Licensed Practical Nurse
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
CHRISTOPHER GREATER AREA RURAL HEALTH PLANNING CORPORATION
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
14410 ROUTE 37, JOHNSTON CITY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
AMY POTTS LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
ASHLEY JEAN BYRLEY LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
KHALID JAVED M.D.
Internal Medicine
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911
MR. KENNETH J. SUTTON LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
14410 ROUTE 37
JOHNSTON CITY, IL 62951
Williamson County (618) 983-6911

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 Christa Pestka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christa Pestka is 1356342331. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2005.

Where is Christa Pestka located?

Christa Pestka practices at 14410 Route 37, Johnston City, IL 62951. The listed phone number is (618) 983-6911.

What is Christa Pestka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christa Pestka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christa Pestka 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 Christa Pestka's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christa Pestka reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Christopher Greater Area Rural Health Planning Corporation (Johnston City, IL) and Physician Services Corporation Of Southern Illinois Inc. (Mount Vernon, IL). 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 Christa Pestka's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christa Pestka accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Christa Pestka 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 Christa Pestka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christa Pestka is affiliated with Herrin Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center, Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale and Heartland Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christa Pestka was last updated on February 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.