DR. CHRISTOPHER G SKINNER MD
NPI 1609877307
Internal Medicine in Big Rapids, MI

Q: What is Christopher Skinner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Skinner is 1609877307. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Skinner's specialty?

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

Active since August 03, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

605 OAK ST, BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307(231) 592-4245(231) 592-4447 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Dr. Christopher G Skinner Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER G SKINNER MD (NPI 1609877307) is an individual internal medicine provider in Big Rapids, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301081177) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609877307

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER G SKINNERCredential: MD

Location Address605 OAK STBig Rapids, MI 49307-2048

Mailing Address100 Michigan St Ne, Mc845Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560 · (616) 486-6790 · Fax (616) 486-6702

Phone(231) 592-4245

Fax(231) 592-4447

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 2021

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2021

✔ NPI 1609877307 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301081177

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.

605 OAK ST, Big Rapids, MI 49307

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid4828540MI

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

Dr. Christopher G Skinner 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 ID2567406416

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060125000530

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

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Skinner reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Mecosta County Medical Center

0.1 mi

Hospitalist

605 OAK ST
Big Rapids, MI 49307

Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
151 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1275866006 (231) 796-8691

Reed City Hospital Corporation

13 mi

Critical Access

225 N STATE ST
Reed City, MI 49677

Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
132 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1538239892 (231) 832-7105

Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners

45 mi

Nurse Practitioner

3271 CLEAR VISTA CT NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
2,446 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1346480258 (616) 391-7800

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 6

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 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.

133 services66 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.

76 services73 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.

60 services60 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.

35 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.

34 services19 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.

19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Big Rapids, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number230093

Location605 Oak StreetBig Rapids, MI 49307 · Mecosta County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Corewell Health Reed City Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Reed City, MI

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number231323

Location300 N Patterson, PO Box 75Reed City, MI 49677 · Osceola County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49307 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

$126.15 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.68

Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.44 typical visit price

range $17.09 – $135.40

Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

100/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

87.54

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers32 claims32 services$17.10 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

4 suppliers34 claims34 services$85.04 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.

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