Christopher Schaefer, MD
NPI 1720349558 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Saint Joseph, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Schaefer, MD is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Saint Joseph, MO (NPI 1720349558).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720349558
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018014212 (MO)
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
14 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
1,107 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 | 289 | $116 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 189 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 162 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 128 | $153 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 79 | $29 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 173 | 74 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 123 | 81 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 69 | 65 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 60 | 40 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 18 | — |
| Celecoxib | 17 | 14 |
| Methylprednisolone | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$113 across 6 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 (1)
- 1100 Virginia AveColumbia, MO 65212-0001Phone: (573) 882-2663
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-07
- Last updated
- 2024-02-02
- Certified
- 2024-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Schaefer's NPI number?
- Christopher Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720349558, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Schaefer's specialty?
- Christopher Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Schaefer located?
- Christopher Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 3107 Frederick Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-2956.
- What is Christopher Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Schaefer is (816) 233-9888.
- Does Christopher Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Christopher Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Schaefer's NPI (1720349558) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.