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CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH CAUTO M.D.
NPI 1669868881
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Charleston, SC

Active since April 14, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W, CHARLESTON, SC 29414(843) 402-1211(843) 606-8088 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2026, Aug 17, 2021, Jul 8, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Christopher Joseph Cauto M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH CAUTO M.D. (NPI 1669868881) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (82032) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bon Secours-st Francis Xavier Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669868881
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER JOSEPH CAUTOCredential: M.D.
Location Address2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201WCharleston, SC 29414-5739
Mailing AddressPo Box 751649Charlotte, NC 28275-1649 · (888) 472-0043 · Fax (843) 724-2440
Phone(843) 402-1211
Fax(843) 606-8088
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 14, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1669868881 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 82032
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W, Charleston, SC 29414
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid820320SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include First Choice Next.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 Joseph Cauto 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 ID3678800075
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190807004082
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 2

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 moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
93 services90 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
61 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420065
Location2095 Henry Tecklenburg DriveCharleston, SC 29414 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Roper Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420087
Location316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401 · Charleston County
Emergency services

Mount Pleasant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420104
Location3510 Highway 17 North Suite 140Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 · Charleston County
Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

DR. CARLEY ANDERSON MILLS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
JULIA M ANDERSON ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
JENNIFER LAUREN FREEMAN-ROSE FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
DR. HAYLEY STEWART CARTER MD
General Practice
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
JOSEPH C. RITCHIE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
AMY LOUISE EMSLIE APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
DR. ROBERT SCOTT LAKE MD
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211
LEAH WELLS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2097 HENRY TECKLENBURG DR STE 201W
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-1211

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 Cauto's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Cauto is 1669868881. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2015.

Where is Christopher Cauto located?

Christopher Cauto practices at 2097 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 201W, Charleston, SC 29414. The listed phone number is (843) 402-1211.

What is Christopher Cauto's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Christopher Cauto enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Cauto 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 Cauto accept?

Health plans from First Choice Next list Christopher Cauto 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 Cauto affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Cauto is affiliated with Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Roper Hospital and Mount Pleasant Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Cauto was last updated on July 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days 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.