CHRISTOPHER SCOTT TAPIA MD
NPI 1154714541
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Seattle, WA

Active since March 10, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
1100 9TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98101(206) 341-0420(206) 625-7240 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2025, May 24, 2023, May 1, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Christopher Scott Tapia Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT TAPIA MD (NPI 1154714541) is an individual neurology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61401163) and active in the NPI registry since March 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Apopka.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154714541
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SCOTT TAPIACredential: MD
Location Address1100 9TH AVESeattle, WA 98101-2756
Mailing AddressPo Box 741515Los Angeles, CA 90074-1515
Fax(206) 625-7240
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 10, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2025
NPI 1154714541 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses Licensed in WA · MD61401163 Licensed in WA · 61401163
Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

1100 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98101

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11954 Meadow Crest DrApopka, FL 32712-5634 · Phone (415) 867-2793

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Scott Tapia Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3173858925
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230530000606
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
20 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500005
Location925 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Olympic Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Port Angeles, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number500072
Location939 Caroline StPort Angeles, WA 98362 · Clallam County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98101 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Occupational Therapist
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Pharmacist
1100 9TH AVE, MS C3-PO
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Contractor
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Speech-Language Pathologist
1100 9TH AVE, MS:H4-PMR
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Surgery
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Scott Tapia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Scott Tapia is 1154714541. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 10, 2015.

Where is Christopher Scott Tapia located?

Christopher Scott Tapia practices at 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. The listed phone number is (206) 341-0420.

What is Christopher Scott Tapia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Christopher Scott Tapia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Scott Tapia is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Christopher Scott Tapia accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Christopher Scott Tapia as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Scott Tapia affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Scott Tapia is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center and Olympic Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Scott Tapia was last updated on October 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.