Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Schmelzer, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Yakima, WA
- NPI 1700960549
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2811 Tieton Drive
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-8100
fax (509) 575-8745 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 9787
Yakima, WA 98909
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 23, 2008
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Washington #MD00047848 · Arizona #33861
- Medicaid (2)
- WA #8486854 · AZ #936982
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700960549. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
557
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$74,716
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 267 | 261 | $174 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 128 | 123 | $119 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 90 | 83 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 51 | 51 | $212 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 21 | 21 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$139
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $139.18 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
279
Patients
278
Total drug cost
$2,026
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 54 | 54 | $642 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 52 | 52 | $203 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 51 | 51 | $454 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 36 | 36 | $214 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 22 | 22 | $250 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 21 | 21 | $35 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 20 | 19 | $68 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $82 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $79 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Schmelzer's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Schmelzer practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Yakima, WA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Schmelzer practice?
Dr. Christopher Schmelzer practices at 2811 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA 98902. Office phone: 5095758100.
What is Dr. Christopher Schmelzer's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Schmelzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700960549, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Schmelzer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.