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CHRISTOPHER JACOB WITKE MD
NPI 1811950769
Family Medicine in Hickory, NC

Active since April 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 324-1699(828) 324-0281 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher Jacob Witke Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER JACOB WITKE MD (NPI 1811950769) is an individual family medicine provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in Wisconsin (45384-020) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811950769
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER JACOB WITKECredential: MD
Location Address221 13TH AVENUE PL NWHickory, NC 28601-2596
Mailing Address221 13th Avenue Pl NwHickory, NC 28601-2596 · (828) 324-1699 · Fax (828) 324-0281
Phone(828) 324-1699
Fax(828) 324-0281
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateApril 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2010
✔ NPI 1811950769 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in WI · 45384-020
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, Hickory, NC 28601
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Other Identifiers 15

Medicare OSCAR/certification2044570GNC
Medicare UPINH80554WI
Other2005352WI · Physicians Plus
OtherP00715610NC · Railroad Medicare
Medicare OSCAR/certification2073278ANC
Medicare OSCAR/certification2044570DNC
Medicare PIN009754375WI
Medicaid34351500WI
Medicare OSCAR/certification2044570FNC
Medicare OSCAR/certification2073278NC
Medicare OSCAR/certification2044570ENC
Other60101WI · Dean Health Plan
Medicaid5911820NC
Medicare OSCAR/certification2044570CNC
Medicare PIN080194818WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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 Jacob Witke 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 ID5395767719
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090520000551
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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
140 services115 patients
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.
130 services108 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
62 services43 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
52 services42 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
39 services39 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
38 services38 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
13 suppliers52 claims114 services$6.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers17 claims20 services$1.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers11 claims22 services$30.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$55.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers11 claims11 services$14.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers21 claims21 services$14.13 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 12

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

HART FAMILY PRACTICE PA
Family Medicine
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 322-8484
MRS. JOYCE PUCKETT BAKER ANP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, SUITE 202
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 320-2387
DR. MACKENZIE SEWELL LECROY DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 328-5581
MCKINNEY & GRAHAM PLLC
Dentist (Dental Public Health)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 324-6235
MRS. JUDITH JACKSON-MALINA FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, SUITE 202
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 322-8484
MRS. LINDA ANN SCHULTZ NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 322-8484
MRS. SHERI RENEE COMBS FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, SUITE 202
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 322-8484
DR. ROBERT ERIC HART M.D.
Family Medicine
221 13TH AVENUE PL NW, STE 202
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 322-8484

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 Witke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Witke is 1811950769. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2006.

Where is Christopher Witke located?

Christopher Witke practices at 221 13th Avenue Pl NW, Hickory, NC 28601. The listed phone number is (828) 324-1699.

What is Christopher Witke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christopher Witke enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Witke 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 Witke accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Christopher Witke 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 Witke affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Witke is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Witke was last updated on March 15, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.