Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Dire, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Renton, WA
- NPI 1245312420
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4011 Talbot Road South, Suite 500
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 251-5110
fax (425) 793-7380 - Mailing address
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Po Box 59028
Renton, WA 980582028
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 22, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00038696
- Medicaid
- WA #8350548
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245312420. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
614
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$96,980
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 118 | 92 | $140 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 86 | 86 | $261 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 82 | 82 | $157 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 73 | 73 | $88 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 47 | 35 | $128 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 35 | 35 | $185 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 32 | 31 | $187 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 28 | 28 | $198 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 24 | 23 | $134 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 23 | 23 | $177 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Renton Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
886
Patients
214
Total drug cost
$74,524
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 351 | 92 | $5,542 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 92 | 18 | $1,466 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 82 | 23 | $1,262 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 57 | 57 | $1,329 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 42 | 0 | $549 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 41 | 11 | $32,816 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 38 | 0 | $1,184 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 31 | 0 | $13,462 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 27 | 0 | $341 |
| Budesonide Dr (Budesonide) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $4,453 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Dire's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Dire practices Gastroenterology Physician in Renton, WA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Dire practice?
Dr. Christopher Dire practices at 4011 Talbot Road South, Renton, WA 98055. Office phone: 4252515110.
What is Dr. Christopher Dire's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Dire's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245312420, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Dire accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Dire accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Dire commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.