DR. CHRISTOPHER S ELSER MD
NPI 1457341547
Anesthesiology in Lancaster, PA

Q: What is Christopher Elser's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Elser is 1457341547. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 28, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Elser's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Elser was last updated on July 13, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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 October 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

133 E FREDERICK ST, LANCASTER, PA 17602(717) 394-9821(717) 394-0175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Christopher S Elser Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER S ELSER MD (NPI 1457341547) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD-421115) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457341547

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER S ELSERCredential: MD

Location Address133 E FREDERICK STLancaster, PA 17602-2222

Mailing Address133 E Frederick StLancaster, PA 17602-2222 · (717) 394-9821 · Fax (717) 394-0175

Phone(717) 394-9821

Fax(717) 394-0175

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateOctober 28, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2007

✔ NPI 1457341547 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD-421115

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

133 E FREDERICK ST, Lancaster, PA 17602

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINH83670PA

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified069640EHYPA

Medicaid0019543190001PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher S Elser 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 ID4789647447

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101105000047

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Elser reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Lanaster General Hospital

0.1 mi

Anesthesiology

555 N DUKE ST
Lancaster, PA 17602

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Lancaster General Hospital
Also billed through NPI 1730323759 (Pennsylvania), NPI 1154331775 (Pennsylvania)
163 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1740895630 (717) 544-6300

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

22 services22 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lancaster General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, PA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390100

Location555 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602 · Lancaster County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MERIDITH RANCK

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered