CHRISTOPHER CARLTON HOOKS PA-C
NPI 1982830568
Physician Assistant in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Christopher Hooks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Hooks is 1982830568. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2009.

Q: What is Christopher Hooks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Hooks was last updated on August 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since June 09, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 310, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 434-8323(803) 434-8326 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 18, 2023, Mar 3, 2023, Jan 6, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Christopher Carlton Hooks Pa-c NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER CARLTON HOOKS PA-C (NPI 1982830568) is an individual physician assistant in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1927) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982830568

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER CARLTON HOOKSCredential: PA-C

Location Address3 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 310Columbia, SC 29203-6862

Mailing Address300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4Greenville, SC 29601-2842 · (864) 522-8603

Phone(803) 434-8323

Fax(803) 434-8326

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateJune 9, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 20236 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2023

✔ NPI 1982830568 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 1927

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Also ListedPhysician Assistant · SurgicalTaxonomy 363AS0400X · License 1927 (SC)

3 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 310, Columbia, SC 29203

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12435 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29204-2026 · Phone (803) 256-5300

Location 2SC HOUSE CALLS INC, 111 Doctors CircleColumbia, SC 29203 · Phone (800) 491-0909

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1722PASC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare 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 Carlton Hooks 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 ID7113079559

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130923000525

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 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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

65 services65 patients

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.

18 services17 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.

12 services11 patients

Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500

This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420018

Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number420073

Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29203 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

$83.18 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.12 typical visit price

range $16.96 – $133.52

Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)

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.

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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.

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