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CHRISTOPHER POPE ELCO M.D. PH.D.
NPI 1770756819
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Providence, RI

Active since April 09, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
593 EDDY STREET, APC 12, PROVIDENCE, RI 02903(401) 444-5057(401) 444-8514 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Christopher Pope Elco M.d. Ph.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER POPE ELCO M.D. PH.D. (NPI 1770756819) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Providence, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (MD15191) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770756819
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER POPE ELCOCredential: M.D. PH.D.
Location Address593 EDDY STREET, APC 12Providence, RI 02903
Mailing Address593 Eddy Street, Apc 12Providence, RI 02903 · (401) 444-5057 · Fax (401) 444-8514
Phone(401) 444-5057
Fax(401) 444-8514
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 2018
✔ NPI 1770756819 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in RI · MD15191
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
593 EDDY STREET, Providence, RI 02903
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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 Pope Elco M.d. Ph.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 ID8628291242
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160107000119
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 10

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
285 services57 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
182 services124 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
78 services70 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
54 services21 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
33 services23 patients
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 9 to 15 markers 88188
Flow cytometry is a technique used to measure physical and chemical characteristics of cells or particles. It can analyze multiple markers (9 to 15) on a cell, helping to identify its type and function. This process can also examine DNA within cells for any abnormalities.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Saint Anne's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220020
Location795 Middle StreetFall River, MA 02721 · Bristol County
Emergency services

Newport Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newport, RI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410006
Location11 Friendship StreetNewport, RI 02840 · Newport County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rhode Island Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipTribal
CMS Certification Number410007
Location593 Eddy StreetProvidence, RI 02903 · Providence County
Emergency services

The Miriam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410012
Location164 Summit AvenueProvidence, RI 02906 · Providence County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02903 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
$134.17 typical visit price
range $58.57 – $177.03
Typical copayment $33.54 (range $14.64 – $44.25)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.10 typical visit price
range $18.92 – $144.38
Typical copayment $25.77 (range $4.73 – $36.09)
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.

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.

BRIAN F GIRARD CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
PETER W WOLFERSEDER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
MARIE A MILLS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
BETH VANPRAAG CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
JONATHAN D URI MD
Anesthesiology
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
CHRISTINE MARIE RAMALHO DMD
Dentist (General Practice)
593 EDDY STREET, JOSEPH SAMUELS DENTAL CENTER AT RIH
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-7195
ANGELA THOMAS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
593 EDDY STREET, DAVOL 129
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 444-4933
NICOLE BRETING APRN
Nurse Practitioner
593 EDDY STREET, APC 4
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
Providence County (401) 553-8355

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 Elco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Elco is 1770756819. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2008.

Where is Christopher Elco located?

Christopher Elco practices at 593 Eddy Street Apc 12, Providence, RI 02903. The listed phone number is (401) 444-5057.

What is Christopher Elco's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Christopher Elco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Elco 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.

Is Christopher Elco affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Elco is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, Newport Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Elco was last updated on October 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.