Christopher Gisler, MD
NPI 1588845796 · Nephrology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Gisler, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1588845796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588845796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M9316 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
402 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 177 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 82 | $112 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 50 | $164 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 40 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 38 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 132 | 46 |
| Losartan Potassium | 124 | 30 |
| Bumetanide | 119 | 44 |
| Lisinopril | 116 | 23 |
| Furosemide | 106 | 31 |
| Valsartan | 71 | 18 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 70 | 24 |
| Pegloticasebrand: Krystexxa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29,539 across 60 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 5301 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15232-2194Phone: (412) 621-3631Fax: (412) 687-2394
- 95 Leonard Ave Ste 104Washington, PA 15301-3368Phone: (724) 228-1303Fax: (724) 228-1513
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-15
- Last updated
- 2025-07-11
- Certified
- 2025-07-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Gisler's NPI number?
- Christopher Gisler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588845796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Gisler's specialty?
- Christopher Gisler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Gisler located?
- Christopher Gisler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1401 Forbes Ave Ste 350, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-5143.
- What is Christopher Gisler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Gisler is (412) 621-3631.
- Does Christopher Gisler accept Medicare?
- Christopher Gisler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Gisler's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Gisler's NPI (1588845796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.