DR. CHRISTOPHER H. LIVESAY M.D.
NPI 1497721179
Anesthesiology in Germantown, TN

Q: What is Christopher Livesay's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Livesay is 1497721179. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Livesay's specialty?

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

Active since February 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210, GERMANTOWN, TN 38138(901) 818-2162(901) 818-2163 Get Directions Write a Review

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

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About Dr. Christopher H. Livesay M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER H. LIVESAY M.D. (NPI 1497721179) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Germantown, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD29761) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497721179

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER H. LIVESAYCredential: M.D.

Location Address1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210Germantown, TN 38138-2954

Mailing Address1900 Exeter Rd, Suite 210Germantown, TN 38138-2954 · (901) 818-2162 · Fax (901) 818-2163

Phone(901) 818-2162

Fax(901) 818-2163

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateFebruary 23, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1497721179 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · MD29761

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.

1900 EXETER RD, Germantown, TN 38138

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3820805TN

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 H. Livesay 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 ID7911048806

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100923001188

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

American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee, P.C.

336 mi

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
Knoxville, TN 37916

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee PC
959 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1245279777 (865) 546-8040

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 17

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.

44 services42 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

42 services42 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.

35 services35 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

28 services28 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

24 services24 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.

22 services22 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.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

20 services20 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.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

18 services17 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

17 services17 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

16 services16 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.

16 services16 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.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520

Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.

14 services14 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230

Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440048

Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby 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.

MICAH BEST CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 682-9522

MRS. SHANNON N NOBLIN CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2160

MR. JESSE NEWTON LEE CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1900 EXETER RD
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2160

MR. MICHAEL ELVIS DAVISON RN

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2160

DR. CHARLES H. GAIRHAN M.D.

Anesthesiology

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2162

DR. STEPHEN T. HOOD M.D.

Anesthesiology

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2162

SARA MICHELLE SOMMA CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2183

METROPOLITAN ANESTHESIA ALLIANCE, CRNA

Anesthesiologist Assistant

1900 EXETER RD, SUITE 210
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 818-2162

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 Livesay's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Livesay is 1497721179. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2006.

Where is Christopher Livesay located?

Christopher Livesay practices at 1900 Exeter Rd Suite 210, Germantown, TN 38138. The listed phone number is (901) 818-2162.

What is Christopher Livesay's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Livesay enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Livesay 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 Livesay's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Livesay reassigns Medicare benefits to American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee, P.C. (Knoxville, TN). 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 Livesay's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Christopher Livesay affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Livesay is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Livesay was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.