Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ares Christakis, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1861652141
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.9 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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3525 Prytania St., Suite 620
New Orleans, LA 701158100
(504) 894-5640
fax (504) 894-5641 - Additional location
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2121 Ridgelake Dr Fl 3
Metairie, LA 700012080
(504) 325-2700
fax (504) 455-0097 - Mailing address
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3600 Prytania St Ste 35, Crescent City Physicians, INC.
New Orleans, LA 701153678
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 6, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.204170
- Medicaid
- LA #1084921
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861652141. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
101
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$15,715
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 33 | 19 | $75 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $134 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 14 | 11 | $98 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $166 | |
49650 |
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $523 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 11 | 11 | $131 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 3.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $18.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
11
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$104
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $104 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ares Christakis's medical specialty?
Dr. Ares Christakis practices Surgery Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Ares Christakis practice?
Dr. Ares Christakis practices at 3525 Prytania St., New Orleans, LA 701158100. Office phone: 5048945640.
What is Dr. Ares Christakis's NPI?
Dr. Ares Christakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861652141, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ares Christakis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ares Christakis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ares Christakis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.