Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD
Hematology & Oncology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Medical Oncology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1013995646
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 6000
Baton Rouge, LA 708084366
(225) 757-0343
fax (225) 757-8354 - Additional location
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8585 Picardy Ave Ste 110
Baton Rouge, LA 708093748
(225) 767-0822
fax (225) 769-5424 - Mailing address
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7456 S Bocage CT
Baton Rouge, LA 708091165
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 3, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0003X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #020150
- Medicaid
- LA #1918954
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013995646. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
64,125
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$516,528
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q0138 |
Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use) | 36,210 | 27 | $0 | |
J0185 |
Injection, aprepitant, 1 mg | 8,970 | 18 | $2 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 6,120 | 22 | $23 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 3,241 | 57 | $0 | |
J1437 |
Injection, ferric derisomaltose, 10 mg | 1,700 | 17 | $20 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 1,689 | 479 | $8 | |
J2469 |
Injection, palonosetron hcl, 25 mcg | 1,140 | 29 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,090 | 344 | $119 | |
J2405 |
Injection, ondansetron hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 608 | 24 | $0 | |
96375 |
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein | 450 | 62 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Baton Rouge Hematology & Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 1,050. This provider delivers 61× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,253
Transactions
78
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 13 | $214.06 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 12 | $212.89 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 4 | $183.46 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 6 | $139.61 | |
| Sobi, INC | 2 | $127.35 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 5 | $119.24 | |
| Pharmacosmos Therapeutics INC. | 6 | $118.00 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $114.58 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 4 | $101.79 | |
| SpringWorks Therapeutics, INC. | 3 | $101.56 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 4 | $100.41 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 1 | $99.99 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo INC. | 4 | $97.10 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $95.32 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $93.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
944
Patients
267
Total drug cost
$2,264,977
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | Generic | 154 | 45 | $3,136 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 98 | 44 | $914 |
| Letrozole | Generic | 82 | 24 | $2,383 |
| Hydroxyurea | Generic | 76 | 24 | $2,391 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 71 | 16 | $1,116 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 68 | 16 | $57,807 |
| Revlimid (Lenalidomide) | Brand | 57 | 0 | $1,030,650 |
| Calquence (Acalabrutinib Maleate) | Brand | 47 | 0 | $646,253 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 47 | 19 | $577 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 45 | 11 | $1,468 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher McCanless's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher McCanless practices Hematology & Oncology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Christopher McCanless practice?
Dr. Christopher McCanless practices at 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 6000, Baton Rouge, LA 708084366. Office phone: 2257570343.
What is Dr. Christopher McCanless's NPI?
Dr. Christopher McCanless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013995646, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher McCanless accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher McCanless accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher McCanless commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use) (HCPCS Q0138); Injection, aprepitant, 1 mg (HCPCS J0185); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.