Dr. Christopher M. Watson
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 20 years
- Graduated from: Mercer University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 2001
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1972629756
Dr. Christopher M. Watson M.D.
Surgeon
He is located at 9 Richland Medical Park Drive Suite 450 in Columbia, SC 29203. Can help patients with the following: Anal Fissure, Cancer, Colon Cancer, Diverticulosis, Gangrene, Hernia. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972629756. Appointment can be made via the phone number (803) 434-8800. He is affiliated with 3 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson, being an surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Christopher M. Watson.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lymphedema
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Ulcerative Colitis
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Christopher M. Watson as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Network data as of May 7, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 29 plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Direction Bronze 1 | POS · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 1 | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 1 + Adult Vision | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 2 | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Expanded Bronze | POS · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Gold | POS · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Silver | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Bronze 1 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Gold 1 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Silver 1 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Bronze 4 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Bronze 6 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Gold 1 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Gold 5 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 14 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 14 + Adult Vision | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 40 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Bronze 1 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Bronze 2 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Gold 1 | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Gold 2 | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Silver 1 | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Silver 2 | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Expanded Bronze | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Gold | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Silver | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Christopher M. Watson is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Christopher M. Watson is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - General Surgery .
Bills through: Prisma Health Medical Group-midlands
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Sep 29, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Nuvasive | $1527 |
| Intuitive Surgical | $917 |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals | $122 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $2174 |
| Food and Beverage | $1060 |
| Consulting | $100 |
Studies
MERCER UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 2001Affiliated practices
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Christopher Madison Watson?
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson's office is located at 9 Richland Medical Park Drive Suite 450 in Columbia, SC 29203.
Has Dr. Christopher Madison Watson affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson is affiliated with PALMETTO HEALTH RICHLAND.
Does Dr. Christopher Madison Watson accept insurance?
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson is listed in-network for 29 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Christopher Madison Watson have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson is affiliated with Palmetto Health - USC Orthopedic Center. For the full list of practices see this list.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Madison Watson treat?
Dr. Christopher Madison Watson provides treatment for Anal Fissure, Cancer, Colon Cancer, Diverticulosis, Gangrene, Hernia. For the full list see this list.