Dr. Anitha Christopher

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 22+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Anitha Christopher, MD, is a Pulmonary Disease specialist in Metairie, Louisiana. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Pulmonary Disease. She is affiliated with many hospitals including East Jefferson General Hospital. Dr. Anitha Christopher also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Metairie Physician Services Inc. Dr. Anitha Christopher accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (504) 454-5213 to request Dr. Anitha Christopher the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 4200 Houma Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006-2970

Phone 1: (504) 454-5213
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Anitha Christopher
Gender Female
PECOS ID 4183762438
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Pulmonary Disease (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 22 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Anitha Christopher graduated from medical school in 2002.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1467642397
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 26, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, January 12, 2017

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Anitha Christopher

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Anitha Christopher has been primarily specialized in Pulmonary Disease for over 22 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
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    Pulmonary Disease
    An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
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    Critical Care Medicine
    An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Metairie Physician Services Inc


Practice Locations

4200 Houma Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006-2970
Phone: (504) 454-5213
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


4300 Houma Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006-2924
Phone: (504) 503-6791
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, January 12, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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