DR. CHARLES R COLE M.D.
NPI 1891957320
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Little Rock, AR

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Active since June 26, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5 SAINT VINCENT CIR STE 501, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72205(501) 666-2894(501) 666-9017 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2026, Jun 10, 2025, Sep 18, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Charles R Cole M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES R COLE M.D. (NPI 1891957320) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Little Rock, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E11494) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891957320

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES R COLECredential: M.D.

Location Address5 SAINT VINCENT CIR STE 501Little Rock, AR 72205-5414

Mailing Address5 Saint Vincent Cir Ste 501Little Rock, AR 72205-5414 · (501) 666-2894 · Fax (501) 666-9017

Phone(501) 666-2894

Fax(501) 666-9017

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJune 26, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026

✔ NPI 1891957320 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in AR · E11494

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

5 SAINT VINCENT CIR STE 501, Little Rock, AR 72205

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Health Advantage, Octave.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

Dr. Charles R Cole 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 ID941440465

PECOS Enrollment IDI20181009001498

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 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

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.

74 services74 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

48 services48 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.

42 services40 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

32 services29 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

24 services24 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72205 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

$157.74 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $39.43 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$64.56 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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

Perioperative Care: Selection of Prophylactic Antibiotic - First OR Second Generation Cephalosporin

Percentage of surgical patients aged 18 years and older undergoing procedures with the indications for a first OR second generation cephalosporin prophylactic antibiotic, who had an order for a first OR second generation cephalosporin for antimicrobial…

100%22 patients

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

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