CHRISTOPHER SCHAEFFER MD
NPI 1265404982
Internal Medicine in Buffalo, NY

Active since February 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 SENECA ST STE 646C, BUFFALO, NY 14210(716) 995-4450 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 4, 2022, Oct 16, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Christopher Schaeffer Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER SCHAEFFER MD (NPI 1265404982) is an individual internal medicine provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (217322) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265404982
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SCHAEFFERCredential: MD
Location Address701 SENECA ST STE 646CBuffalo, NY 14210-1351
Mailing Address1021 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14212-1460 · (716) 529-3020 · Fax (716) 529-3040
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateFebruary 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 4, 2022
✔ NPI 1265404982 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 217322
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
701 SENECA ST STE 646C, Buffalo, NY 14210

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1900 Hertel AveBuffalo, NY 14216-2611 · Phone (716) 871-1571 · Fax (716) 871-1580
Location 21021 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14212 · Phone (716) 529-3020 · Fax (716) 529-3040

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Schaeffer 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 ID2668577974
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070416000286
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

6

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Schaeffer reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Medicine
40 LA RIVIERE DR STE 201
Buffalo, NY 14202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 129 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
40 LA RIVIERE DR STE 500
Buffalo, NY 14202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 127 clinicians in this Medicare group
Geriatric Medicine
2700 N FOREST RD
Getzville, NY 14068
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 46 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
3898 VINEYARD DR
Dunkirk, NY 14048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 572 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
33-57 HARRISON ST.
Johnson City, NY 13790
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 854 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
520 WHITE PLAINS RD STE 500
Tarrytown, NY 10591
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 76 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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 nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
410 services106 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
122 services66 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
45 services42 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
39 services26 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
32 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330078
Location2157 Main StreetBuffalo, NY 14214 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Brooks-Tlc Hospital System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Dunkirk, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330229
Location529 Central AvenueDunkirk, NY 14048 · Chautauqua County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14210 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier12 claims240 services$5.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with non-locking flange, with filter (2 piece system), each A4425
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier12 claims240 services$3.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Tracheostomy, inner cannula A4623
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier33 claims1,054 services$6.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier130 claims907 services$4.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier97 claims11,987 services$0.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, for special metabolic needs, excludes inherited disease of metabolism, includes altered composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and/or minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4154
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier69 claims10,120 services$0.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Internal Medicine
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
701 SENECA ST STE 646C
BUFFALO, NY 14210

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 Schaeffer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Schaeffer is 1265404982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 6, 2006.

Where is Christopher Schaeffer located?

Christopher Schaeffer practices at 701 Seneca St Ste 646C, Buffalo, NY 14210. The listed phone number is (716) 995-4450.

What is Christopher Schaeffer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Schaeffer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Schaeffer 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Schaeffer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Schaeffer reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: Mobile Physician Services PLLC (Buffalo, NY), Physician Mobile Medical Care PC (Buffalo, NY), Partners Medical Group, PLLC (Getzville, NY), General Physician, PC (Dunkirk, NY), United Health Services Hospitals, Inc. (Johnson City, NY) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Schaeffer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Christopher Schaeffer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Schaeffer is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital and Brooks-Tlc Hospital System, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Schaeffer was last updated on May 4, 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.