Christopher Schiessl, M.D.
NPI 1053494997 · Internal Medicine Physician · Palm Springs, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Schiessl, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Palm Springs, CA (NPI 1053494997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053494997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A75903 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
625 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 302 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $78 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 78 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $147 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 51 | $9 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 109 | 55 |
| Bupropion Hclbrand: Bupropion Xl | 60 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 49 | 25 |
| Lisinopril | 44 | 18 |
| Losartan Potassium | 39 | 22 |
| Gabapentin | 39 | 16 |
| Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 67780 E Palm Canyon DrCathedral City, CA 92234-5441Phone: (760) 837-8993Fax: (760) 837-8994
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-23
- Last updated
- 2024-08-12
- Certified
- 2024-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Schiessl's NPI number?
- Christopher Schiessl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053494997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Schiessl's specialty?
- Christopher Schiessl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Schiessl located?
- Christopher Schiessl's practice location on file with NPPES is 4791 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste 100, Palm Springs, CA 92264-5232.
- What is Christopher Schiessl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Schiessl is (760) 834-7930.
- Does Christopher Schiessl accept Medicare?
- Christopher Schiessl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Schiessl's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Schiessl's NPI (1053494997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.