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DR. CHRISTOPHER LINGSHU CHANG M.D.
NPI 1710101605
Anesthesiology in Olean, NY

Active since April 12, 2007PECOS Enrolled

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 12, 2026, Jan 20, 2026, Nov 6, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Christopher Lingshu Chang M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER LINGSHU CHANG M.D. (NPI 1710101605) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Olean, New York, licensed in New York (246982) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710101605
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER LINGSHU CHANGCredential: M.D.
Location Address515 MAIN STOlean, NY 14760-1513
Mailing Address66 Powerhouse Rd Fl 3Roslyn Heights, NY 11577-1366 · (703) 597-4773
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMeharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2026
✔ NPI 1710101605 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 246982✔ Licensed in VA · 0101249255
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
515 MAIN ST, Olean, NY 14760

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 11201 Sam Perry Blvd Ste 101Fredericksburg, VA 22401-4490 · Phone (540) 741-7614
Location 21001 Sam Perry BlvdFredericksburg, VA 22401-4453 · Phone (540) 741-7614
Location 3300 Community DrManhasset, NY 11030-3816 · Phone (516) 562-4887
Location 4101 Hospital Center BlvdStafford, VA 22554-6200 · Phone (540) 741-7614

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Christopher Lingshu Chang M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4183703564
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160510001453
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Chang reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Anesthesiology
2300 OPITZ BLVD
Woodbridge, VA 22191
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 170 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1001 SAM PERRY BLVD
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 186 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
2233 STATE ROUTE 86
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 248 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
2025 GLENN MITCHELL DR
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 707 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
2221 LAKESIDE BLVD STE 600
Richardson, TX 75082
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 210 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 6

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
25 services25 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
23 services23 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.
18 services18 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
17 services17 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
15 services14 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230
Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Boston, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490013
Location2204 Wilborn AvenueSouth Boston, VA 24592 · Halifax County
Emergency services

Mary Washington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490022
Location1001 Sam Perry BoulevardFredericksburg, VA 22401 · Fredericksburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Occupational Therapist
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Anesthesiology
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Physical Therapy Assistant
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Physician Assistant
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760
Physician Assistant
515 MAIN ST
OLEAN, NY 14760

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 Chang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Chang is 1710101605. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2007.

Where is Christopher Chang located?

Christopher Chang practices at 515 Main St, Olean, NY 14760. The listed phone number is (716) 373-2600.

What is Christopher Chang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Christopher Chang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Chang is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Chang's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Chang reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Premier Anesthesia Of Virginia LLC (Woodbridge, VA), Mary Washington Healthcare Specialty Services LLC (Fredericksburg, VA), Premier Anesthesia Of New York, P.C. (Saranac Lake, NY), Smg Anesthesia Specialists LLC (Virginia Beach, VA) and Medstream Anesthesia PLLC (Richardson, TX). 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 Christopher Chang's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Christopher Chang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Chang is affiliated with Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital and Mary Washington Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Chang was last updated on October 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.