DR. CHRISTINE J INCE M.D.
NPI 1780687822
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Alexandria, LA

Active since May 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301(318) 442-2232(318) 442-2192 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Christine J Ince M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTINE J INCE M.D. (NPI 1780687822) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (13422R) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780687822
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTINE J INCECredential: M.D.
Location Address605B MEDICAL CENTER DRAlexandria, LA 71301-8127
Mailing Address605 Medical Center Dr Ste BAlexandria, LA 71301-8145 · (318) 442-2232 · Fax (318) 442-2192
Fax(318) 442-2192
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 25, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJune 25, 2020
NPI 1780687822 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License Licensed in LA · 13422R
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR, Alexandria, LA 71301

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1563714LA

Accepted 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

Dr. Christine J Ince 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 ID244132975
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100724000187
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 11

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
112 services71 patients
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less 96413
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
51 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.
37 services34 patients
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, additional sequential infusion, 1 hour or less 96367
This procedure involves injecting fluids or medication directly into your vein. It's used for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. An additional sequential infusion may be given within an hour if needed. This helps to ensure the medicine is distributed effectively in your body.
35 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
35 services25 patients
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less 96365
This is a procedure where a medical professional inserts a small tube into your vein to deliver medication, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream. This can be for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. The process typically takes less than an hour.
31 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190019
Location3330 Masonic DriveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190026
Location211 4th StreetAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Avoyelles Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marksville, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190099
Location4231 Highway 1192Marksville, LA 71351 · Avoyelles County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71301 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
$164.73 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $41.18 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
63%298 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
80%607 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
87%508 patients5/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
83%3,021 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%304 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified
Percentage of patient visits, regardless of patient age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy in which pain intensity is quantified
100%803 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Plan of Care for Pain
Percentage of visits for patients, regardless of age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy who report having pain with a documented plan of care to address pain
98%164 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
92%3,027 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
14%930 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
81%524 patients4/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
69%665 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 99% · 571 patients
Patients tobacco: 95% · 571 patients
75%87 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
55%930 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

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
1 supplier11 claims11 services$91.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$34.12 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 5

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

Physician Assistant (Medical)
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Clinical Medical Laboratory
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Specialist
605B MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

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 Christine Ince's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Ince is 1780687822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2005.

Where is Christine Ince located?

Christine Ince practices at 605B Medical Center Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301. The listed phone number is (318) 442-2232.

What is Christine Ince's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Christine Ince enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Ince 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 Christine Ince accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 3 other insurers list Christine Ince 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 Christine Ince affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christine Ince is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center and Avoyelles Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christine Ince was last updated on June 25, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.