Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Schaller, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1285060426
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100
Tacoma, WA 984021900
(253) 761-4200
fax (253) 761-4201 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1535
Tacoma, WA 984011535
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 30, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #PA6041339
- Medicaid
- WA #2030878
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285060426. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
418
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$29,728
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32555 |
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance | 72 | 62 | $92 | |
49083 |
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance | 56 | 34 | $91 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 56 | 54 | $12 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 50 | 50 | $15 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 37 | 37 | $11 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 30 | 20 | $43 | |
36561 |
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) | 26 | 26 | $289 | |
10005 |
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 19 | 19 | $60 | |
77002 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement | 17 | 17 | $23 | |
36558 |
Insertion of tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 15 | 15 | $223 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in Tacoma Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $15.98 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Schaller's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Schaller practices Physician Assistant in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Schaller practice?
Dr. Christopher Schaller practices at 1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, Tacoma, WA 984021900. Office phone: 2537614200.
What is Dr. Christopher Schaller's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Schaller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285060426, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Schaller accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Schaller accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Schaller commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS 32555); Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS 49083); Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access (HCPCS 76937). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.