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DR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN JAPOUR D.P.M.
NPI 1992819916
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Plainfield, IL

Active since August 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
516 W LOCKPORT RD, PLAINFIELD, IL 60544(815) 254-3338(815) 436-8367 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher John Japour D.p.m. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN JAPOUR D.P.M. (NPI 1992819916) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Plainfield, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (016-004837) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York College Of Podiatric Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992819916
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN JAPOURCredential: D.P.M.
Location Address516 W LOCKPORT RDPlainfield, IL 60544-1832
Mailing AddressPo Box 1482Plainfield, IL 60544 · (630) 439-4343
Phone(815) 254-3338
Fax(815) 436-8367
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateAugust 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 2011
✔ NPI 1992819916 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 016-004837
516 W LOCKPORT RD, Plainfield, IL 60544
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified273960IL · Foot And Ankle Specialist
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified213206IL · First Podiatry Center,llc
MedicaidPENDINGIL
Medicaid016-004837IL
Medicare UPINU43553IL

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. Christopher John Japour D.p.m. 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 ID8820005218
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060309000293
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Japour reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

First Podiatry Center PC
1.4 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
24039 W LOCKPORT ST
Plainfield, IL 60544
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
NPI 1144414129 (815) 254-3338

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 6

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
269 services113 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
88 services58 patients
Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304
An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.
70 services69 patients
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
52 services18 patients
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 97597
This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
19 services11 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
18 services12 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 Christopher Japour's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Japour is 1992819916. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 18, 2006.

Where is Christopher Japour located?

Christopher Japour practices at 516 W Lockport Rd, Plainfield, IL 60544. The listed phone number is (815) 254-3338.

What is Christopher Japour's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Christopher Japour enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Japour 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 organization bills Medicare for Christopher Japour's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Japour reassigns Medicare benefits to First Podiatry Center PC (Plainfield, IL). The 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 Christopher Japour's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Japour was last updated on October 22, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.