DR. DAWN STEPHANIE CHRISTOPHER MD
NPI 1265670046
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Waldorf, MD

Q: What is Dawn Christopher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dawn Christopher is 1265670046. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 2, 2009.

Q: What is Dawn Christopher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dawn Christopher was last updated on February 23, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since February 02, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 303, WALDORF, MD 20602(301) 645-5100(607) 763-5064 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Dr. Dawn Stephanie Christopher Md NPPES

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

DR. DAWN STEPHANIE CHRISTOPHER MD (NPI 1265670046) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Waldorf, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0082004) and active in the NPI registry since February 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc, and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265670046

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DAWN STEPHANIE CHRISTOPHERCredential: MD

Location Address12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 303Waldorf, MD 20602-2513

Mailing Address12070 Old Line Ctr, Suite 303Waldorf, MD 20602-2513 · (301) 645-5100 · Fax (607) 763-5064

Phone(301) 645-5100

Fax(607) 763-5064

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateFebruary 2, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2017

✔ NPI 1265670046 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in MD · D0082004

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 272726 (NY), 25MA08709500 (NJ)

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 272726 (NY)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

12070 OLD LINE CTR, Waldorf, MD 20602

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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. Dawn Stephanie Christopher 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 ID6103059878

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210225000711

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 26

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

637 services280 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.

628 services263 patients

Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, each additional 20 minutes 99458

This service involves analyzing your vital signs, like heart rate and blood pressure, remotely collected over a month. Each additional 20 minutes spent on management refers to extra time spent reviewing, interpreting your data, and planning your care. It's a critical part of ensuring your wellbeing.

392 services39 patients

Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457

This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.

366 services44 patients

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days 99454

This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.

298 services37 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

272 services257 patients

Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg J2785

Regadenoson injection, 0.1 mg, is a medication used to help visualize the heart during a stress test. It works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart. It's injected into a vein and is generally well-tolerated.

228 services57 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

171 services166 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

108 services107 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

84 services84 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician 93015

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure performed by a doctor to assess how your heart responds to exertion. It involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity while you exercise or after medication is given to mimic exercise effects.

76 services76 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.

70 services38 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

51 services50 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.

49 services48 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of blood flow in heart muscle at rest and with stress 78492

Nuclear medicine studies help visualize blood flow in your heart at rest and during stress. A small amount of radioactive substance is injected, which your heart absorbs. Images are then taken to assess your heart's health and function.

48 services48 patients

Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries A9555

Rubidium Rb-82 is a radioactive drug used in a PET scan to help visualize the heart. It helps detect areas with poor blood flow, aiding in diagnosing heart conditions. The dose is up to 60 millicuries per study.

48 services48 patients

Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts 93925

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.

36 services35 patients

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.

36 services29 patients

Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970

An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.

33 services33 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

33 services33 patients

Heart rhythm recording, analysis, report, review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days 93241

This procedure involves wearing a device for up to 7 days to continuously record your heart's electrical activity. The data collected helps in understanding your heart's rhythm and detecting irregularities if any. The results are then analyzed, reported, and interpreted by experts.

28 services27 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

18 services18 patients

Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose A9500

Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi is a diagnostic test used to create images of your heart or breast tissues. It involves a safe radioactive substance injection that helps doctors to detect any abnormalities or changes in these tissues.

18 services18 patients

Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308

A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.

14 services11 patients

Nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by pet 78434

A nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by PET is a non-invasive test that uses a small amount of radioactive substance to create detailed images of your heart's blood flow and function. It helps assess heart health and diagnose heart conditions.

12 services12 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lanham, MD

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number210051

Location8118 Good Luck RoadLanham, MD 20706 · Prince Georges County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20602 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

$133.05 typical visit price

range $57.99 – $175.57

Typical copayment $33.26 (range $14.49 – $43.89)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$72.23 typical visit price

range $18.66 – $143.02

Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.66 – $35.75)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

91%2,678 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

100%2,454 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

96%2,479 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

98%1,188 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

14%1,184 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients tobacco: 31% · 926 patients

36%926 patients

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

53%1,188 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

1%1,188 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 428 patients

0%428 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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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.

WILLIAM JOHN OETGEN M.D.

Specialist

12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 100
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 705-7870

SEETARAMAYYA NAGULA M.D.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 200
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 645-8035

JOSEPH RAYMOND MURPHY M.D.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

12070 OLD LINE CTR, STE 200
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 645-8035

MS. JENNIFER LYNN KNODE PAC

Physician Assistant (Medical)

12070 OLD LINE CTR, STE 207
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 870-0660

JESSICA KHOURY MD

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)

12070 OLD LINE CTR
SAINT CHARLES, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 870-4100

ROBERT TIMOTHY PACE MD

Family Medicine

12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 302
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 645-6667

TERENCE BERTELE M.D.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

12070 OLD LINE CTR, STE 303
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 645-5100

SATISH JUMANI M.D.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

12070 OLD LINE CTR, SUITE 202
WALDORF, MD 20602

Charles County (301) 638-7257

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 Dawn Christopher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dawn Christopher is 1265670046. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 2, 2009.

Where is Dawn Christopher located?

Dawn Christopher practices at 12070 Old Line Ctr Suite 303, Waldorf, MD 20602. The listed phone number is (301) 645-5100.

What is Dawn Christopher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Dawn Christopher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dawn Christopher 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.

Is Dawn Christopher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dawn Christopher is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dawn Christopher was last updated on February 23, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.