CHRISTOPHER WOLLA M.D.
NPI 1497105787
Anesthesiology in Charleston, SC

Q: What is Christopher Wolla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Wolla is 1497105787. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2016.

Q: What is Christopher Wolla'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 Wolla was last updated on September 1, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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 June 16, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL, MSC 333, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-4316 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 1, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 1, 2020, Jun 16, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Christopher Wolla M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER WOLLA M.D. (NPI 1497105787) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (LL39671) and active in the NPI registry since June 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497105787

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER WOLLACredential: M.D.

Location Address169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL, MSC 333Charleston, SC 29425-8905

Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-6200

Phone(843) 792-4316

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateJune 16, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 1, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 1, 2020

✔ NPI 1497105787 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · LL39671

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.

169 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.Insurance ›

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

Christopher Wolla M.d. 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 ID3274813621

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200630000717

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 Wolla reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

University Medical Associates

Same address

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

171 ASHLEY AVE
Charleston, SC 29425

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol
2,594 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1548413453 (843) 792-1414

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 11

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 other nerve or branch 64450

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.

62 services61 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

59 services59 patients

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.

33 services25 patients

Daily hospital management of continuous spinal drug administration 01996

Continuous spinal drug administration is a hospital procedure where medication is delivered directly into the spinal fluid through a small tube. It helps manage pain or other conditions. Daily hospital management involves monitoring for effectiveness and any potential side effects.

17 services15 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

17 services12 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.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number420004

Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston 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.

MR. BRUCE ALAN REEVES PT

Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)

169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM, 3SW WING
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-3481

KRISTINA CALAMIA

Health and Wellness Coach

169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-3881

EMILY MCGILL MD

Anesthesiology

169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-2185

PAIGE WOODHAM M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL MSC333
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-1086

KATIE FLOWER M.D.

Surgery

169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (216) 385-5459

JENNIE HYEJIN KWON MD

Surgery

169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-3072

DR. BRIAN ELLIS JACOBS MD

Surgery

169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 792-1414

HANNAH ELIZABETH PRESSLER

Internal Medicine

169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Charleston County (843) 754-7275

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 Wolla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Wolla is 1497105787. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2016.

Where is Christopher Wolla located?

Christopher Wolla practices at 169 Ashley Ave Room 202 Main Hospital, Msc 333, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-4316.

What is Christopher Wolla's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Wolla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Wolla 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 organization bills Medicare for Christopher Wolla's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Wolla reassigns Medicare benefits to University Medical Associates (Charleston, SC). The 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 Christopher Wolla's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Wolla accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Christopher Wolla 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 Christopher Wolla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Wolla is affiliated with Musc Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Wolla was last updated on September 1, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.