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CHRISTIAN A LATHAM MD
NPI 1932386646
Surgery in Hot Springs, AR

Active since January 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 302, HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901(501) 623-9300(501) 623-9305 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 15, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christian A Latham Md NPPES

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

CHRISTIAN A LATHAM MD (NPI 1932386646) is an individual surgery provider in Hot Springs, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E5468) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932386646
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTIAN A LATHAMCredential: MD
Location Address1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 302Hot Springs, AR 71901-7759
Mailing Address1900 Malvern Ave, Suite 302Hot Springs, AR 71901-7759 · (501) 623-9300 · Fax (501) 623-9305
Phone(501) 623-9300
Fax(501) 623-9305
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 15, 2009
✔ NPI 1932386646 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AR · E5468
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

1900 MALVERN AVE, Hot Springs, AR 71901
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN5H285AR
Medicaid174882001AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Christian A Latham 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 ID6002984994
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081006000107
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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
100 services100 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
84 services34 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.
76 services70 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.
44 services42 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
19 services12 patients
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) 49505
Repair of a groin hernia is a procedure aimed at fixing an abnormal bulge that can occur in the area between your abdomen and thigh. This condition happens when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your lower abdominal wall. The repair procedure returns this tissue back to its proper place.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71901 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
$79.72 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Reported Quality Measures

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…
1%241 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
99%1,188 patients4/55-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.
100%480 patients5/55-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.
81%668 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
24%548 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
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: 89% · 202 patients
60%94 patients3/55-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…
94%668 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
9%668 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
23%668 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 19

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

ROBERT E BREVING JR. M.D.
Surgery
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 302
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 623-9300
DR. GORDON TROY BIRK MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 301
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 321-0555
KIRSTEN COX ARNP, CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1900 MALVERN AVE
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 321-2444
BRITTNEY LEE SHANEK APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1900 MALVERN AVE
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 623-9300
PHYSICIANS FOR WOMEN, PLC
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 401
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 623-6455
BRENDA N POWELL MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1900 MALVERN AVE, STE 401
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 623-6455
ARKANSAS HOME HEALTH PROVIDERS, LLC
Home Health
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 205
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 321-0708
FOOT & ANKLE ASSOCIATES OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS, PLLC
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
1900 MALVERN AVE, SUITE 203
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71901
Garland County (501) 321-2444

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 Christian Latham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christian Latham is 1932386646. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 24, 2008.

Where is Christian Latham located?

Christian Latham practices at 1900 Malvern Ave Suite 302, Hot Springs, AR 71901. The listed phone number is (501) 623-9300.

What is Christian Latham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Christian Latham enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christian Latham 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 Christian Latham accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Christian Latham 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 Christian Latham was last updated on September 15, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.