DR. CHRISTOPHER FOLTZ M.D.
NPI 1245597962
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Los Angeles, CA

Q: What is Christopher Foltz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Foltz is 1245597962. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2012.

Q: What is Christopher Foltz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Foltz was last updated on July 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since April 19, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.71/100

CMS Quality Rating

8635 W 3RD ST STE 465W, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048(310) 358-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 14, 2022, May 17, 2021, Mar 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Christopher Foltz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER FOLTZ M.D. (NPI 1245597962) is an individual infectious disease provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (126905) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245597962

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER FOLTZCredential: M.D.

Location Address8635 W 3RD ST STE 465WLos Angeles, CA 90048-6111

Mailing Address1695 N Sunrise WayPalm Springs, CA 92262-3701 · (760) 323-2118 · Fax (760) 416-1651

Phone(310) 358-2300

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2012

Enumeration DateApril 19, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2022

✔ NPI 1245597962 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0200X

License✔ Licensed in CA · 126905

Definition

An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 126905 (CA)

8635 W 3RD ST STE 465W, Los Angeles, CA 90048

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 18700 Beverly Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90048 · Phone (310) 423-5161

Location 21695 N Sunrise Way Ste 203Palm Springs, CA 92262-5572 · Phone (760) 323-2118 · Fax (760) 416-1651

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

Dr. Christopher Foltz M.d. 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 ID1355613738

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170818002751

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

278 services120 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

243 services126 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

118 services111 patients

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.

65 services43 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

52 services35 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

50 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90048 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

$142.39 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$109.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

85.71/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

85.67

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

61.47

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

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