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DR. CHARLES FLOYD ZEHM M.D.
NPI 1972747756
Anesthesiology in Galveston, TX

Active since April 24, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
UTMB DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY, 301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, GALVESTON, TX 77555(409) 772-4364(409) 772-1224 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 24, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Charles Floyd Zehm M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES FLOYD ZEHM M.D. (NPI 1972747756) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Galveston, Texas, licensed in Texas (BP10034755) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972747756
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES FLOYD ZEHMCredential: M.D.
Location AddressUTMB DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY, 301 UNIVERSITY BLVDGalveston, TX 77555-0001
Mailing AddressUtmb Dept Of Anesthesiology, 301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-0001 · (409) 772-4364 · Fax (409) 772-1224
Phone(409) 772-4364
Fax(409) 772-1224
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateApril 24, 2009
✔ NPI 1972747756 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · BP10034755
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
UTMB DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY, Galveston, TX 77555
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Health Advantage, Octave.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 Floyd Zehm 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 ID3274776463
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151218001971
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Zehm reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Arkansas Anesthesia Associates, PLLC.
385 mi
Anesthesiology
1 MEDICAL PARK DR
Benton, AR 72015
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 182 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1497023360 (501) 771-4693
Baxter County Regional Hospital Inc
504 mi
Anesthesiology
624 HOSPITAL DR
Mountain Home, AR 72653
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 88 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114178753 (870) 508-1000

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 4

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 artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
49 services44 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
16 services15 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
16 services15 patients
Insertion of probe in esophagus for heart ultrasound 93313
This procedure involves placing a small probe in your esophagus. The probe, connected to an ultrasound machine, helps capture detailed images of your heart. This non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure provides valuable information about your heart's structure and function.
15 services15 patients

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 Zehm's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Zehm is 1972747756. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2009.

Where is Charles Zehm located?

Charles Zehm practices at Utmb Dept Of Anesthesiology 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555. The listed phone number is (409) 772-4364.

What is Charles Zehm's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Charles Zehm enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Zehm 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 organizations bill Medicare for Charles Zehm's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Zehm reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Arkansas Anesthesia Associates, PLLC. (Benton, AR) and Baxter County Regional Hospital Inc (Mountain Home, AR). Each 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 Zehm's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Charles Zehm accept?

Health plans from Health Advantage and Octave list Charles Zehm 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 Zehm was last updated on April 24, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.