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DR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES SCHWARTZ D.0.
NPI 1164870747
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in San Francisco, CA

Active since May 24, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
1825 4TH STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 514-3667 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher James Schwartz D.0. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES SCHWARTZ D.0. (NPI 1164870747) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (20A19040) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio University, College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164870747
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER JAMES SCHWARTZCredential: D.0.
Location Address1825 4TH STREETSan Francisco, CA 94143
Mailing Address1825 4th StreetSan Francisco, CA 94143 · (415) 514-3667
Phone(415) 514-3667
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOhio University, College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 2023
NPPES CertifiedAugust 4, 2023
✔ NPI 1164870747 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 20A19040
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
1825 4TH STREET, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher James Schwartz D.0. 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 ID42615536
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231111000153
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 7

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
355 services63 patients
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual 88360
Microscopic genetic analysis of a tumor involves examining your tumor's genes under a microscope. This helps identify specific genetic changes in the tumor cells. This information can aid in diagnosing, predicting disease progression, and determining the most effective treatment options.
219 services79 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
132 services109 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
86 services85 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
77 services28 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
48 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
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.

76.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

DR. NORA PFAFF MD
Pediatrics
1825 4TH STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 476-1000
DR. GEORGIOS DEFTEREOS M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1825 4TH STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-7043
TAYLOR ALEXANDRA INMAN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1825 4TH STREET, FLOOR 3, RM L3121C
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-7070
MS. ANNALISA LOUISE POST MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
1825 4TH STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 476-7670

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 Schwartz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Schwartz is 1164870747. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2016.

Where is Christopher Schwartz located?

Christopher Schwartz practices at 1825 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 514-3667.

What is Christopher Schwartz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Christopher Schwartz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Schwartz 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Schwartz was last updated on August 4, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.