JOEY LAWRENCE CHRISTMAS MD
NPI 1770700619
Surgery in Rincon, GA

Q: What is Joey Christmas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joey Christmas is 1770700619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2007.

Q: What is Joey Christmas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joey Christmas was last updated on December 17, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.

Active since April 20, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 100, RINCON, GA 31326(912) 826-4057(912) 826-2853 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 17, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 17, 2024, Feb 5, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Joey Lawrence Christmas Md NPPES

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

JOEY LAWRENCE CHRISTMAS MD (NPI 1770700619) is an individual surgery provider in Rincon, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (064520) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770700619

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameJOEY LAWRENCE CHRISTMASCredential: MD

Location Address594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 100Rincon, GA 31326

Mailing AddressPo Box 919Rincon, GA 31326 · (912) 826-4057 · Fax (912) 826-2853

Phone(912) 826-4057

Fax(912) 826-2853

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateApril 20, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 17, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 17, 2024

✔ NPI 1770700619 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 064520✔ Licensed in VA · 0101270180✔ Licensed in KS · 5937✔ Licensed in SC · 37767

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, Rincon, GA 31326

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, InStil Health and more.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

Joey Lawrence Christmas Md 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 ID7618043605

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160309002025, I20240307002287

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 7

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 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.

61 services59 patients

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.

61 services36 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

47 services25 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

16 services16 patients

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.

15 services15 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Falls, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number160040

Location515 College StreetCedar Falls, IA 50613 · Black Hawk County

Emergency services

Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Waterloo, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number160067

Location3421 West Ninth StreetWaterloo, IA 50702 · Black Hawk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux City, IA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160146

Location2720 Stone Park BoulevardSioux City, IA 51104 · Woodbury County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux City, IA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160153

Location801 5th StSioux City, IA 51101 · Woodbury County

Emergency services

Mcleod Health Clarendon

Acute Care Hospitals · Manning, SC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420109

Location10 East Hospital StreetManning, SC 29102 · Clarendon County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31326 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

$83.23 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.89 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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 7

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

DR. ANTHONY MATTHEW FOLEY SR. M.D.

Surgery

594 S COLUMBIA AVE
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-4057

MYEYEDR OPTOMETRY OF GEORGIA, LLC

Optometrist

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 200
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-0935

JOHN W ODOM MD

Surgery

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, STE 100
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-4057

DR. DANIEL FRANKLIN REAMES O.D.

Optometrist

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 200
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-0935

AYOBAMI FATUNMBI

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

594 S COLUMBIA AVE
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-4057

MARK E BLANKENSHIP MD

Colon & Rectal Surgery

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, STE 100
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-4057

METRO SURGICAL, PC

Surgery

594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 100
RINCON, GA 31326

Effingham County (912) 826-4057

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 Joey Christmas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joey Christmas is 1770700619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2007.

Where is Joey Christmas located?

Joey Christmas practices at 594 S Columbia Ave Suite 100, Rincon, GA 31326. The listed phone number is (912) 826-4057.

What is Joey Christmas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Joey Christmas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joey Christmas 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 Joey Christmas accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, InStil Health, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Joey Christmas 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 Joey Christmas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joey Christmas is affiliated with Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc, Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, St Lukes Regional Medical Center, Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center and Mcleod Health Clarendon.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joey Christmas was last updated on December 17, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.