CHRISTOPHER J DRESSEL JR. M.D.
NPI 1598760928
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Scranton, PA

Q: What is Christopher Dressel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Dressel is 1598760928. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Dressel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Active since June 14, 2005PECOS Enrolled

95.64/100

CMS Quality Rating

746 JEFFERSON AVE, STE 305, SCRANTON, PA 18510(570) 342-1776(570) 963-0663 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 27, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Christopher J Dressel Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER J DRESSEL JR. M.D. (NPI 1598760928) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD020524E) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598760928

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J DRESSEL JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address746 JEFFERSON AVE, STE 305Scranton, PA 18510-1639

Mailing Address746 Jefferson Ave, Ste 305Scranton, PA 18510-1639 · (570) 342-1776 · Fax (570) 963-0663

Phone(570) 342-1776

Fax(570) 963-0663

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJune 14, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 27, 2007

✔ NPI 1598760928 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0011X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD020524E

Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

746 JEFFERSON AVE, Scranton, PA 18510

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINC27830PA

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified25789PA · Medicare Provider #

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Christopher J Dressel Jr. M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 19

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.

245 services203 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.

231 services160 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.

188 services187 patients

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.

89 services87 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 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.

83 services83 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

78 services77 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

78 services77 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.

69 services69 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional 93227

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.

40 services40 patients

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.

33 services26 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

22 services22 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.

18 services15 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.

15 services15 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers, follow-up 93321

This procedure, an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It aids in assessing your heart's blood flow, chambers, and valves. It's a follow-up procedure, ensuring that your heart is functioning properly post-treatment.

15 services15 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

15 services15 patients

Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211

This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.

13 services13 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.

12 services12 patients

Ultrasound of heart during rest, exercise and/or drug-induced stress with report 93350

This procedure involves using ultrasound imaging to view your heart at rest, during exercise, and/or under drug-induced stress. It helps assess how well your heart responds to exertion. A report of the findings is provided after the test.

11 services11 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 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.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18510 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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.

95.64/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

80.57

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

JOHN P LUNDIN M.D.

Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)

746 JEFFERSON AVE, SUITE 305
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 342-1776

MERCY HOSPITAL SCRANTON PENNSYLVANIA

General Acute Care Hospital

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 348-7100

MERCY HOSPITAL SCRANTON PENNSYLVANIA

Skilled Nursing Facility

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 348-7055

NORTHEAST ANESTHESIOLOGY INC

Anesthesiology

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 346-7797

JUDITH EMILY ROGERS CRNP

Nurse Practitioner

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 348-7100

MARY LAWHON TRIANO CRNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 348-7100

CHARLES J. BANNON M.D.

Surgery

746 JEFFERSON AVE, THE WOUND CENTER
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 340-5824

GAIL J RASIELESKI CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

746 JEFFERSON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18510

Lackawanna County (570) 348-7127

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 Dressel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Dressel is 1598760928. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2005.

Where is Christopher Dressel located?

Christopher Dressel practices at 746 Jefferson Ave Ste 305, Scranton, PA 18510. The listed phone number is (570) 342-1776.

What is Christopher Dressel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Christopher Dressel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Dressel is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Dressel was last updated on December 27, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.