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DR. CHARLES KRISTIAN CHILDERS MD
NPI 1821480880
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Seattle, WA

Active since February 28, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1959 NE PACIFIC ST RM NE110, SEATTLE, WA 98195(065) 205-0002 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 26, 2024, Oct 2, 2023, Apr 21, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Charles Kristian Childers Md NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES KRISTIAN CHILDERS MD (NPI 1821480880) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60755267) and active in the NPI registry since February 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821480880
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES KRISTIAN CHILDERSCredential: MD
Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC ST RM NE110Seattle, WA 98195-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Phone(065) 205-0002
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateFebruary 28, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1821480880 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60755267
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.
1959 NE PACIFIC ST RM NE110, Seattle, WA 98195
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Charles Kristian Childers 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 ID5991160665
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240702001225
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Childers reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

The Association Of University Physicians
3.3 mi
Anesthesiology
701 5TH AVE, SUITE 700
Seattle, WA 98104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 4,364 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023041159 (206) 543-6420

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 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.

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.
181 services97 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
58 services30 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.
56 services40 patients
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.
46 services20 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.
40 services34 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
14 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

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 Charles Childers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Childers is 1821480880. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2015.

Where is Charles Childers located?

Charles Childers practices at 1959 NE Pacific St Rm Ne110, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (065) 205-0002.

What is Charles Childers's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Charles Childers enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Childers 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Charles Childers's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Childers reassigns Medicare benefits to The Association Of University Physicians (Seattle, WA). The 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 Charles Childers's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Charles Childers accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Charles Childers 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Childers was last updated on June 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.