Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Gisler, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1588845796
- 20 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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1401 Forbes Ave Ste 350
Pittsburgh, PA 152195143
(412) 621-3631
fax (412) 687-2394 - Additional location
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5301 5Th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 152322194 - Additional location
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95 Leonard Ave Ste 104
Washington, PA 153013368
(724) 228-1303
fax (724) 228-1513
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #MD445189 · Texas #M9316
- Medicaid
- PA #1027097400003
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588845796. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
699
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$80,568
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 251 | 84 | $115 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 153 | 98 | $107 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 126 | 69 | $76 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 92 | 84 | $167 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 54 | 25 | $124 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $160 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in Pittsburgh Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 78. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$29,539
Transactions
60
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 33 | $24,200.81 | |
| Vifor Pharma, INC. | 7 | $3,476.71 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 9 | $1,404.11 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 3 | $226.25 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $106.88 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 4 | $65.96 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 2 | $35.68 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $22.50 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,588
Patients
463
Total drug cost
$4,266,074
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumetanide | Generic | 225 | 69 | $15,270 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 165 | 43 | $1,975 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 141 | 58 | $1,885 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 120 | 48 | $1,945 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 120 | 38 | $818 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 115 | 35 | $1,168 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 110 | 20 | $129,114 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 89 | 20 | $91,161 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 87 | 24 | $3,094 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 79 | 18 | $61,746 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Gisler's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Gisler practices Nephrology Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Gisler practice?
Dr. Christopher Gisler practices at 1401 Forbes Ave Ste 350, Pittsburgh, PA 152195143. Office phone: 4126213631.
What is Dr. Christopher Gisler's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Gisler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588845796, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Gisler accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Christopher Gisler does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Gisler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.