Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Internal Medicine Physician · Richland, WA
- NPI 1528226040
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.1 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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888 Swift Blvd., Hospital Kadlec (Hospitalist)
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 946-4611
fax (509) 942-2185 - Mailing address
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560 Gage Blvd, Suite 203
Richland, WA 993528650
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 31, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00049127
- Medicaid
- WA #1528226040
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528226040. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
741
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$61,241
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 277 | 119 | $79 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 154 | 154 | $82 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 123 | 97 | $50 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 76 | 75 | $115 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 59 | 59 | $81 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 26 | 19 | $119 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 13 | 13 | $130 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 13 | 13 | $174 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 9.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$345
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 18 | 14 | $238 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $107 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz's medical specialty?
Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz practices Hospitalist Physician in Richland, WA.
Where does Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz practice?
Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz practices at 888 Swift Blvd., Richland, WA 99352. Office phone: 5099464611.
What is Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz's NPI?
Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528226040, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cristobal Sanchez Metz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.