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CHRISTOPHER SCOTT ECKHOLDT PH.D., M.P.
NPI 1649289919
Psychologist - Prescribing (Medical) in Lafayette, LA

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93 MAGNATE DR., LAFAYETTE, LA 70508(337) 889-5830(337) 889-5834 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christopher Scott Eckholdt Ph.d., M.p. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT ECKHOLDT PH.D., M.P. (NPI 1649289919) is an individual prescribing (medical) provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MP0837) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649289919
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy103TP0016X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SCOTT ECKHOLDTCredential: PH.D., M.P.
Location Address93 MAGNATE DR.Lafayette, LA 70508-3840
Mailing Address93 Magnate Dr.Lafayette, LA 70508-3840 · (337) 889-5830 · Fax (337) 889-5834
Phone(337) 889-5830
Fax(337) 889-5834
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 2016
✔ NPI 1649289919 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychologist · Prescribing (Medical)Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103TP0016X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MP0837
Definition
A licensed, doctoral-level psychologist authorized to prescribe and has undergone specialized education and training in preparation for prescriptive practice and has passed an examination accepted by the state board of psychology relevant to establishing competence for prescribing, and has received from the state board of psychology a current certificate granting prescriptive authority, which has not been revoked or suspended.
Also ListedPsychologistTaxonomy 103T00000X · License 837 (LA)
93 MAGNATE DR., Lafayette, LA 70508
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1007846LA
Medicare PIN5DB86LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana, UnitedHealthcare.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

Christopher Scott Eckholdt Ph.d., M.p. 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 ID7719987148
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070108000395, I20071106000111
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 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.

Psychotherapy, 30 minutes 90832
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 30-minute session, the therapist helps you explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to better understand yourself and manage life's challenges.
633 services206 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
26 services26 patients
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
12 services11 patients

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 Eckholdt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Eckholdt is 1649289919. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Christopher Eckholdt located?

Christopher Eckholdt practices at 93 Magnate Dr., Lafayette, LA 70508. The listed phone number is (337) 889-5830.

What is Christopher Eckholdt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist, specializing in Prescribing (Medical), with taxonomy code 103TP0016X.

Is Christopher Eckholdt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Eckholdt 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 Eckholdt accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Christopher Eckholdt 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Eckholdt was last updated on April 1, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.