DR. CHRISTOPHER NIKOLAUS SCHMICKL M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1720498496
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in San Diego, CA

Active since May 05, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 W ARBOR DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(844) 757-5337 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 15, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 15, 2018, Mar 17, 2018, Jun 28, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Christopher Nikolaus Schmickl M.d., M.p.h. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER NIKOLAUS SCHMICKL M.D., M.P.H. (NPI 1720498496) is an individual sleep medicine provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A155053) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720498496
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RS0012X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER NIKOLAUS SCHMICKLCredential: M.D., M.P.H.
Location Address200 W ARBOR DRSan Diego, CA 92103
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMay 5, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 15, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1720498496 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RS0012X
License Licensed in CA · A155053
Definition
An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
200 W ARBOR DR, San Diego, CA 92103

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

Dr. Christopher Nikolaus Schmickl M.d., M.p.h. 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 ID7416176532
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181003001648
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 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 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.
55 services40 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort 95806
A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.
37 services34 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
35 services28 patients
Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation G0399
A Home Sleep Test (HST) with a Type III Portable Monitor is an unattended test that records your breathing, heart rate, and oxygen levels during sleep. This test uses a minimum of 4 channels to monitor these parameters, helping to diagnose sleep disorders.
30 services28 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
14 services14 patients
Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with complex cranial nerve stimulator programming 95977
This procedure involves using electronic systems to evaluate and adjust an implanted neurostimulator generator. This device aids in controlling nerve activity in the brain, helping manage conditions like epilepsy or chronic pain. It's a non-invasive process that ensures optimal device performance.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers60 claims60 services$34.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers25 claims25 services$69.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers25 claims56 services$28.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers47 claims246 services$15.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers17 claims80 services$13.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers72 claims72 services$45.88 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.

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Hospice, Inpatient
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Anesthesiology
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Schmickl's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Schmickl is 1720498496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2014.

Where is Christopher Schmickl located?

Christopher Schmickl practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (844) 757-5337.

What is Christopher Schmickl's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Is Christopher Schmickl enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Schmickl 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Schmickl was last updated on August 15, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.