CHRISTOPHER B WELCH PA-C
NPI 1982601316
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Merriam, KS

Q: What is Christopher Welch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Welch is 1982601316. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Welch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Welch was last updated on November 10, 2023. 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.

Active since June 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

7450 KESSLER ST STE 140, MERRIAM, KS 66204(913) 319-7600(913) 253-1702 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 10, 2023, Jan 20, 2020, Jan 12, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Christopher B Welch Pa-c NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER B WELCH PA-C (NPI 1982601316) is an individual surgical provider in Merriam, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (1501012) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982601316

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER B WELCHCredential: PA-C

Location Address7450 KESSLER ST STE 140Merriam, KS 66204-2550

Mailing Address7450 Kessler St Ste 140Merriam, KS 66204-2550 · (913) 319-7600 · Fax (913) 253-1702

Phone(913) 319-7600

Fax(913) 253-1702

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateJune 30, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 10, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 10, 2023

✔ NPI 1982601316 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363AS0400X

License✔ Licensed in KS · 1501012

7450 KESSLER ST STE 140, Merriam, KS 66204

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health and more.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

Christopher B Welch Pa-c 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 ID3173583986

PECOS Enrollment IDI20041015000716

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 10

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.

Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447

A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.

60 services59 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.

49 services33 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.

47 services45 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

43 services29 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.

27 services26 patients

Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130

This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Adventhealth Shawnee Mission

Acute Care Hospitals · Shawnee Mission, KS

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number170104

Location9100 W 74th StreetShawnee Mission, KS 66204 · Johnson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute

Acute Care Hospitals · Leawood, KS

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number170188

Location3651 College BlvdLeawood, KS 66211 · Johnson County

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

JEREMY LEE COWGILL PA-C

Physician Assistant (Surgical)