CHRISTOPHER ALCARAZ M.D.
NPI 1659305548
Internal Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI

Q: What is Christopher Alcaraz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Alcaraz is 1659305548. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Alcaraz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.88/100

CMS Quality Rating

601 JOHN ST, BOX 74, KALAMAZOO, MI 49007(269) 341-8481(269) 341-7781 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Christopher Alcaraz M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER ALCARAZ M.D. (NPI 1659305548) is an individual internal medicine provider in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301095154) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659305548

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER ALCARAZCredential: M.D.

Location Address601 JOHN ST, BOX 74Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341

Mailing Address601 John St, Box 74Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341 · (269) 341-8481 · Fax (269) 341-7781

Phone(269) 341-8481

Fax(269) 341-7781

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 2017

✔ NPI 1659305548 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MI · 4301095154✔ Licensed in IL · 036107956

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

601 JOHN ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Other Identifiers 9

Medicare PINC97618371 BMHMI

Medicare PINH06012728 BLHMI

Medicare UPINH76078IL

Other1235131137MI · Bcbsm - Blh

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedL95382IL

Other1417961137MI · Bcbsm - Bmh

Medicaid1659305548MI

Other1104840529MI · Bcbs - Bmg

Medicare PINM20520092MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health.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

Christopher Alcaraz 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 ID5799760104

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100909001169

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.

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.

399 services164 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.

82 services82 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

56 services56 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number230017

Location601 John StreetKalamazoo, MI 49007 · Kalamazoo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Battle Creek, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number230075

Location300 North AvenueBattle Creek, MI 49017 · Calhoun County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49007 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

$126.15 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.68

Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.44 typical visit price

range $17.09 – $135.40

Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

84.88/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.29

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

68.32

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers21 claims21 services$15.98 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers48 claims48 services$95.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier17 claims17 services$34.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. AMANDA KEATING WALKER D.O.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

601 JOHN ST, SUITE N1200
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7979

ANDREW W. WALKER MD

Emergency Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (847) 404-6853

JUSTINE MELODIE OUDSEMA PA-C

Physician Assistant

601 JOHN ST, BOX 74
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-8481

OCHUKO ANDREW OGHOR CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (239) 341-7654

MARK J TIESZEN MD

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-510
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7762

DR. ERIC S SHAY M.D.

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-170
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 381-5060

EVGENIIA MORLEY RD

Dietitian, Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAROO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-6615

SELECT HOSPITALISTS, PLLC

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7100

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 Alcaraz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Alcaraz is 1659305548. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Christopher Alcaraz located?

Christopher Alcaraz practices at 601 John St Box 74, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. The listed phone number is (269) 341-8481.

What is Christopher Alcaraz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Alcaraz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Alcaraz 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 Alcaraz accept?

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

According to CMS data, Christopher Alcaraz is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Alcaraz was last updated on May 12, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.