MR. CHRISTOPHER J MARKULES
NPI 1609588870
Physician Assistant in Traverse City, MI

Active since December 20, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300, TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684(231) 392-6040(231) 392-0643 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

About Mr. Christopher J Markules NPPES

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

MR. CHRISTOPHER J MARKULES (NPI 1609588870) is an individual physician assistant in Traverse City, Michigan and active in the NPI registry since December 2022. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Toledo.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609588870
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHRISTOPHER J MARKULES
Location Address1221 SIXTH ST STE 300Traverse City, MI 49684-2360
Mailing Address1105 Sixth StTraverse City, MI 49684-2345 · (231) 392-6040
Fax(231) 392-0643
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of OhioGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 23, 2024
NPI 1609588870 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300, Traverse City, MI 49684

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13000 Arlington Ave # MS 1027Toledo, OH 43614-2598 · Phone (419) 530-5408

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Christopher J Markules 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 ID9436594397
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240301000154
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.

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.
66 services42 patients
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.
33 services32 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
27 services22 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gaylord, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230133
Location825 N Center AveGaylord, MI 49735 · Otsego County
Birthing friendly

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Manistee, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230303
Location1465 E Parkdale AveManistee, MI 49660 · Manistee County
Emergency services

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Frankfort, MI
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number231300
Location224 Park AvenueFrankfort, MI 49635 · Benzie County
Emergency services

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Kalkaska, MI
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number231301
Location419 S CoralKalkaska, MI 49646 · Kalkaska County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49684 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

Neurological Surgery
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Physician Assistant
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Neurological Surgery
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Surgery
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Surgery
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Specialist
1221 SIXTH ST STE 300
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684

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 Markules's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Markules is 1609588870. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2022.

Where is Christopher Markules located?

Christopher Markules practices at 1221 Sixth St Ste 300, Traverse City, MI 49684. The listed phone number is (231) 392-6040.

What is Christopher Markules's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christopher Markules enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Markules 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.

What insurance does Christopher Markules accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list Christopher Markules 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 Markules affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Markules is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital, Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Kalkaska Memorial Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Markules was last updated on February 23, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.