CHARLES M GOODEN M.D.
NPI 1558322016
Surgery in Fort Smith, AR

Q: What is Charles Gooden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Gooden is 1558322016. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006.

Q: What is Charles Gooden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Gooden was last updated on March 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 March 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

7001 ROGERS AVE STE 600, FORT SMITH, AR 72903(479) 573-3101(479) 573-3102 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 10, 2023, Nov 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Charles M Gooden M.d. NPPES

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

CHARLES M GOODEN M.D. (NPI 1558322016) is an individual surgery provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E-6422) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Fort Smith, and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558322016

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameCHARLES M GOODENCredential: M.D.

Location Address7001 ROGERS AVE STE 600Fort Smith, AR 72903-4073

Mailing Address7001 Rogers Ave Ste 600Fort Smith, AR 72903-4073 · (479) 573-3101 · Fax (479) 573-3102

Phone(479) 573-3101

Fax(479) 573-3102

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2023

✔ NPI 1558322016 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AR · E-6422✔ Licensed in AL · 29487

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

7001 ROGERS AVE STE 600, Fort Smith, AR 72903

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1923 Lexington AveFort Smith, AR 72901-4943 · Phone (479) 709-7350 · Fax (479) 709-7355

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid200298850AOK

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Charles M Gooden 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 ID8628112638

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100804000091

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 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.

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.

27 services27 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

26 services25 patients

Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope 47562

This procedure, known as endoscopic gallbladder removal, involves a surgeon using a special tool called an endoscope to remove your gallbladder through small incisions. It's typically done to treat gallstones and related complications. It's a less invasive method, often leading to quicker recovery.

18 services18 patients

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.

15 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72903 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

$79.72 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$64.56 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

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.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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