Christopher Schwarz, MD
NPI 1649319195 · Gastroenterology Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Schwarz, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1649319195).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649319195
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 98-01481 (NC)
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
19 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
1,213 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 420 | $45 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 237 | $59 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 154 | $232 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 78 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 47 | $85 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 331 | 320 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 212 | 208 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 201 | 66 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 86 | 86 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 71 | 69 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 66 | 65 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,682 across 141 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
- 2007-02-05
- Last updated
- 2024-11-12
- Certified
- 2024-11-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Schwarz's NPI number?
- Christopher Schwarz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649319195, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Schwarz's specialty?
- Christopher Schwarz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Schwarz located?
- Christopher Schwarz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2601 Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC 27607-6688.
- What is Christopher Schwarz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Schwarz is (919) 783-4888.
- Does Christopher Schwarz accept Medicare?
- Christopher Schwarz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Schwarz's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Schwarz's NPI (1649319195) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.