Christopher Guarisco, M.D.
NPI 1255356002 · Internal Medicine Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Guarisco, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1255356002).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255356002
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21248 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
603 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 302 | $91 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 132 | $16 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 89 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 43 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 37 | $135 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 130 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 908 | 246 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 619 | 181 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 386 | 110 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 342 | 80 |
| Losartan Potassium | 323 | 96 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 286 | 78 |
| Gabapentin |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2011-06-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Guarisco's NPI number?
- Christopher Guarisco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255356002, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Guarisco's specialty?
- Christopher Guarisco is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Guarisco located?
- Christopher Guarisco's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3743.
- What is Christopher Guarisco's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Guarisco is (225) 336-3100.
- Does Christopher Guarisco accept Medicare?
- Christopher Guarisco is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Guarisco's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Guarisco's NPI (1255356002) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-06-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.