Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Internal Medicine Physician · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1588817480
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1717 S J St Fl 1
Tacoma, WA 984054933
(253) 426-6341
fax (360) 426-6344
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 8, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD60256098
- Medicaid
- WA #2017553
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588817480. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
74
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$13,103
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 63 | 62 | $174 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $195 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching's medical specialty?
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching practices Hospitalist Physician in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching practice?
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching practices at 1717 S J St Fl 1, Tacoma, WA 984054933. Office phone: 2534266341.
What is Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching's NPI?
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588817480, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.