Christine Schafer, MD
NPI 1275997330 · Dermatology Physician · Little Silver, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Schafer, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Little Silver, NJ (NPI 1275997330).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275997330
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020015132 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,878 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,823 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 704 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 566 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 429 | $57 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 420 | $100 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 0.6-1.0 Cm11301 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 344 | 288 |
| Ketoconazole | 158 | 89 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 154 | 90 |
| Hydrocortisone | 116 | 87 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 115 | 73 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 96 | 76 |
| Metronidazole | 74 | 49 |
| Halobetasol Propionate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,443 across 94 records (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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-05
- Last updated
- 2025-09-23
- Certified
- 2025-09-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Schafer's NPI number?
- Christine Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275997330, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Schafer's specialty?
- Christine Schafer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Schafer located?
- Christine Schafer's practice location on file with NPPES is 680 Branch Ave, Little Silver, NJ 07739-1254.
- What is Christine Schafer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Schafer is (732) 842-5222.
- Does Christine Schafer accept Medicare?
- Christine Schafer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Schafer's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Schafer's NPI (1275997330) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.