DR. CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM HESS MD
NPI 1881848836
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Gainesville, FL

Active since November 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 273-5550 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 8, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher William Hess Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM HESS MD (NPI 1881848836) is an individual neurology provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME115752) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and is a graduate of Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881848836
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM HESSCredential: MD
Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-3003
Mailing AddressPo Box 918025Orlando, FL 32891-8025 · (352) 273-5550
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 8, 2013
NPI 1881848836 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses Licensed in FL · ME115752 Licensed in NY · 251069
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid009004400FL
Medicare PINHJ086ZFL

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. Christopher William Hess 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 ID7012190283
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130723000362
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.

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.
249 services221 patients
Electronic analysis of implanted brain, spinal cord, or peripheral neurostimulator generator with brain stimulator programming, each additional 15 minutes with qualified health professional 95984
This procedure involves the evaluation of implanted neurostimulators in the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. It includes programming adjustments to optimize its function. A qualified health professional performs this every additional 15 minutes to ensure proper functioning.
142 services42 patients
Electronic analysis of implanted brain, spinal cord, or peripheral neurostimulator generator 95970
This procedure involves using electronic devices to analyze the function of a neurostimulator - a device implanted in your brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. It helps monitor and adjust the device's settings for optimal performance and patient comfort.
50 services41 patients
Electronic analysis of implanted brain, spinal cord, or peripheral neurostimulator generator with brain stimulator programming, first 15 minutes with qualified health professional 95983
This procedure involves a medical professional using electronic equipment to analyze and adjust your implanted neurostimulator, which helps manage nerve activity in your brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. The process typically takes 15 minutes.
48 services42 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
39 services39 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.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Uf Health Shands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100113
Location1600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Alachua County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

78.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.54
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.74

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.

Pediatrics
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Surgery
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Ophthalmology
1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

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 Hess's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Hess is 1881848836. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2008.

Where is Christopher Hess located?

Christopher Hess practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 273-5550.

What is Christopher Hess's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Christopher Hess enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Hess 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 Hess accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Christopher Hess 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 Hess affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Hess is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Hess was last updated on August 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.