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DR. CHRISTOPHER PATRICK SCHIRTZINGER M.D.
NPI 1639497001
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Charleston, WV

Active since May 11, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 604, CHARLESTON, WV 25304(304) 345-5421(304) 345-0951 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Patrick Schirtzinger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER PATRICK SCHIRTZINGER M.D. (NPI 1639497001) is an individual infectious disease provider in Charleston, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (26542) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, and is a graduate of West Virginia University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639497001
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER PATRICK SCHIRTZINGERCredential: M.D.
Location Address3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 604Charleston, WV 25304-1223
Mailing Address3100 Maccorkle Ave Se, Suite 604Charleston, WV 25304-1223 · (304) 345-5421 · Fax (304) 345-0951
Phone(304) 345-5421
Fax(304) 345-0951
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 2015
✔ NPI 1639497001 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in WV · 26542
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, Charleston, WV 25304
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia.Insurance ›

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 Patrick Schirtzinger 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 ID1658523444
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150828000104
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Schirtzinger reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Charleston Area Medical Center, Inc.
1.8 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
415 MORRIS ST STE 400
Charleston, WV 25301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 1,511 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1750166898 (304) 344-3551

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 4

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.
159 services91 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.
130 services67 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.
95 services93 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510022
Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 25304 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
$124.46 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.81 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

90.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality66.96
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DARSHANKUMAR ASHWINBHAI DAVE MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 802
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 343-4400
DR. SCOTT EDWARD MILLER MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 610
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 346-1141
KRISTIN NICOLE BALL FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 388-5880
KURT M. NELLHAUS, M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 806
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 344-9480
NANCY RABEL CANTERBURY MA
Psychologist (Clinical)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 401
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 346-6161
AMANDA L. NEWCOMER NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 301
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 388-5395
MR. KATHLEEN A MANNION PA
Physician Assistant
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 411
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 343-7576
JENNIFER J. HANCOCK PSY D
Psychologist (Clinical)
3100 MACCORKLE AVE SE, SUITE 101
CHARLESTON, WV 25304
Kanawha County (304) 388-8380

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 Schirtzinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Schirtzinger is 1639497001. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2010.

Where is Christopher Schirtzinger located?

Christopher Schirtzinger practices at 3100 Maccorkle Ave SE Suite 604, Charleston, WV 25304. The listed phone number is (304) 345-5421.

What is Christopher Schirtzinger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Christopher Schirtzinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Schirtzinger 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 organization bills Medicare for Christopher Schirtzinger's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Schirtzinger reassigns Medicare benefits to Charleston Area Medical Center, Inc. (Charleston, WV). The 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 Schirtzinger's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Schirtzinger accept?

Health plans from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia list Christopher Schirtzinger as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Schirtzinger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Schirtzinger is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Schirtzinger was last updated on July 30, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.