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CHANNAE WATKINS NP
NPI 1578115234
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Gary, IN

Active since July 12, 2019PECOS Enrolled
3229 BROADWAY STE 205, GARY, IN 46409(219) 806-3000(219) 806-3024 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 25, 2020, Jul 12, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Channae Watkins Np NPPES

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

CHANNAE WATKINS NP (NPI 1578115234) is an individual family provider in Gary, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (71009132A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578115234
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameCHANNAE WATKINSCredential: NP
Location Address3229 BROADWAY STE 205Gary, IN 46409-1038
Mailing Address128 S East St Unit 227Crown Point, IN 46308-3418 · (219) 791-3512
Phone(219) 806-3000
Fax(219) 806-3024
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 25, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 25, 2020
✔ NPI 1578115234 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 71009132A
3229 BROADWAY STE 205, Gary, IN 46409
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Channae Watkins Np is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1850628009
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190809001865
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Channae Watkins reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Porter-Starke Services Inc.
Same address
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
3229 BROADWAY STE 115
Gary, IN 46409
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 108 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023485356 (219) 531-3500
Wright Touch Housecalls LLC
9.0 mi
Family
9339 CALUMET AVE STE D
Munster, IN 46321
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois and Indiana enrollments
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932813680 (219) 516-3784
Great Lakes Behavior Management Specialists, Inc.
61 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 13
Granger, IN 46530
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1891346441 (574) 231-6766

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 3

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.

Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.
463 services63 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
80 services16 patients
Residence visit for new patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99341
A new patient home visit is a brief, 20-minute appointment where a healthcare professional comes to your home. This visit is to understand your health needs, answer your queries, and plan your care. It's a convenient way to start your healthcare journey.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Methodist Hospitals Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Gary, IN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150002
Location600 Grant StGary, IN 46402 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46409 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 2

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

MRS. AMANDA JOY DECH MSN/FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3229 BROADWAY STE 205
GARY, IN 46409
Lake County (219) 806-3000
MINDY KAY KRSAK CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3229 BROADWAY STE 205
GARY, IN 46409
Lake County (219) 806-3000

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 Channae Watkins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Channae Watkins is 1578115234. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2019.

Where is Channae Watkins located?

Channae Watkins practices at 3229 Broadway Ste 205, Gary, IN 46409. The listed phone number is (219) 806-3000.

What is Channae Watkins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Channae Watkins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Channae Watkins is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Channae Watkins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Channae Watkins reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Porter-Starke Services Inc. (Gary, IN), Wright Touch Housecalls LLC (Munster, IN) and Great Lakes Behavior Management Specialists, Inc. (Granger, IN). Each 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 Channae Watkins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Channae Watkins accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Channae Watkins 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 Channae Watkins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Channae Watkins is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Channae Watkins was last updated on November 25, 2020. 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.