Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Schiessl, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Palm Springs, CA
- NPI 1053494997
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
4791 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste 100
Palm Springs, CA 922645232
(760) 834-7930
fax (760) 834-7931 - Additional location
-
67780 E Palm Canyon Dr
Cathedral City, CA 922345441
(760) 837-8993
fax (760) 837-8994
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 12, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A75903
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053494997. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
193
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$16,541
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 66 | 35 | $149 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 61 | 49 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 54 | 36 | $107 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 12 | 12 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Palm Springs Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 304. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$33
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ViiV Healthcare Company | 1 | $32.51 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
456
Patients
35
Total drug cost
$484,295
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biktarvy (Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala) | Brand | 75 | 11 | $368,470 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 61 | 24 | $835 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | Generic | 46 | 0 | $2,105 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 29 | 0 | $205 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $32,431 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 26 | 0 | $360 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 25 | 0 | $189 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 24 | 0 | $435 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 22 | 0 | $210 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 22 | 0 | $367 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Schiessl's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Schiessl practices Internal Medicine Physician in Palm Springs, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Schiessl practice?
Dr. Christopher Schiessl practices at 4791 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste 100, Palm Springs, CA 922645232. Office phone: 7608347930.
What is Dr. Christopher Schiessl's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Schiessl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053494997, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Schiessl accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Schiessl accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Schiessl commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.