Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Close, D.O.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1235484437
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2606 Hospital Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 784051804
(361) 902-6762
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 2, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #P9176
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235484437. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
632
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$76,987
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 333 | 322 | $172 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 157 | 151 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 101 | 99 | $119 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 26 | 25 | $209 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 15 | 15 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 49 peers in Corpus Christi Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 6.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
328
Patients
326
Total drug cost
$2,238
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 49 | 49 | $390 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 40 | 40 | $124 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 35 | 35 | $105 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 34 | 34 | $533 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $111 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 25 | 24 | $130 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 23 | 23 | $55 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 21 | 21 | $155 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 18 | 17 | $460 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 16 | 16 | $77 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Close's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Close practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Charles Close practice?
Dr. Charles Close practices at 2606 Hospital Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 784051804. Office phone: 3619026762.
What is Dr. Charles Close's NPI?
Dr. Charles Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235484437, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Close accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Close accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Close commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.