Christopher Kessler, M.D.
NPI 1821250697 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Kessler, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1821250697).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821250697
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2011-00609 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
426 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 138 | $8 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 138 | $169 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 64 | $105 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 44 | $117 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 22 | $130 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 63 | 14 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 50 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 37 | — |
| Prednisone | 36 | 30 |
| Cephalexin | 32 | 28 |
| Potassium Chloride | 32 | — |
| Furosemide | 30 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-01
- Last updated
- 2012-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Kessler's NPI number?
- Christopher Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821250697, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Kessler's specialty?
- Christopher Kessler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Kessler located?
- Christopher Kessler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1133 Metropolitan Ave Unit 618, Charlotte, NC 28204-3401.
- What is Christopher Kessler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Kessler is (317) 418-2705.
- Does Christopher Kessler accept Medicare?
- Christopher Kessler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Kessler's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Kessler's NPI (1821250697) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.