CHRISTOPHER SMOLAR M.D.
NPI 1386043834
Internal Medicine in Brooklyn, NY

Active since August 21, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
546 EASTERN PKWY, BROOKLYN, NY 11225(718) 604-4800(718) 604-4828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Christopher Smolar M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER SMOLAR M.D. (NPI 1386043834) is an individual internal medicine provider in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in New York (280657) and active in the NPI registry since August 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386043834
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER SMOLARCredential: M.D.
Location Address546 EASTERN PKWYBrooklyn, NY 11225-1604
Mailing Address800 Axinn AveGarden City, NY 11530-2139 · (646) 680-2888 · Fax (516) 542-5556
Fax(718) 604-4828
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateAugust 21, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 2015
NPI 1386043834 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 · 280657
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.

546 EASTERN PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11225

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 Smolar 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 ID1052626355
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150817000211
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 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
558 services220 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
181 services168 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.
129 services73 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
110 services49 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.
56 services55 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Staten Island University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Staten Island, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330160
Location475 Seaview AvenueStaten Island, NY 10305 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11225 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
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

91.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.92
Promoting Interoperability91.67
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$907.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers28 claims29 services$65.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers28 claims29 services$34.30 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 17

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

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
546 EASTERN PKWY, GASTRO UNIT
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Internal Medicine
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Physician Assistant
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Health Educator
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Health Educator
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Social Worker (Clinical)
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Internal Medicine
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
546 EASTERN PKWY
BROOKLYN, NY 11225

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1386043834, enumerated as an "individual" on August 21, 2014.

The provider is located at 546 EASTERN PKWY BROOKLYN, NY 11225 and the phone number is (718) 604-4800.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Christopher Smolar is affiliated with: STATEN ISLAND UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.