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MR. CHRISTOPHER FRANK MERCIER PA-C
NPI 1396151619
Physician Assistant in Portland, ME

Active since July 08, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
144 STATE ST, PORTLAND, ME 04101(860) 559-3982 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mr. Christopher Frank Mercier Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. CHRISTOPHER FRANK MERCIER PA-C (NPI 1396151619) is an individual physician assistant in Portland, Maine, licensed in Maine (PA1490) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northern Light Health, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396151619
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHRISTOPHER FRANK MERCIERCredential: PA-C
Location Address144 STATE STPortland, ME 04101-3776
Mailing Address441 Allen AvePortland, ME 04103-3729 · (860) 559-3982
Phone(860) 559-3982
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 24, 2021
✔ NPI 1396151619 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in ME · PA1490✔ Licensed in CT · 3133
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
144 STATE ST, Portland, ME 04101
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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

Mr. Christopher Frank Mercier Pa-c 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 ID3971827411
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150112000250
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.
76 services52 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.
67 services41 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
44 services41 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.
40 services40 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northern Light Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, ME
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number200008
Location144 State StreetPortland, ME 04101 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maine Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, ME
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number200009
Location22 Bramhall StPortland, ME 04102 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 04101 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
$86.72 typical visit price
range $56.28 – $169.96
Typical copayment $21.68 (range $14.07 – $42.49)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.13 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $138.92
Typical copayment $17.53 (range $4.55 – $34.73)
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.

RHONDA L BENNER LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3000
DAVID A POLISNER MD
Internal Medicine
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3000
MARY B MCHUGH MS, RD
Dietitian, Registered
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3604
BRIAN D MOORE M.D.
Internal Medicine
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3000
MARC STUART HOFFMAN M.D.
Emergency Medicine
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3265
KATHERINE MERCEDES
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3000
FRANCIS ALTMAN M.D.
Anesthesiology
144 STATE ST, ANESTHESIA DEPARTMENT
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3385
MS. DANIELLE JEANNE WOOD PA-C
Physician Assistant
144 STATE ST
PORTLAND, ME 04101
Cumberland County (207) 879-3000

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 Mercier's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Mercier is 1396151619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2014.

Where is Christopher Mercier located?

Christopher Mercier practices at 144 State St, Portland, ME 04101. The listed phone number is (860) 559-3982.

What is Christopher Mercier's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christopher Mercier enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Mercier 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 Mercier affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Mercier is affiliated with Northern Light Health and Maine Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Mercier was last updated on February 24, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.