Quick answers
- Does Christian D. Schwartz accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Christian D. Schwartz accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Christian D. Schwartz see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 81 Original Medicare patients and 81 services for Christian D. Schwartz. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Christian D. Schwartz's NPI number?
- 1992062152. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Christian D. Schwartz, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 81 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 81 |
| Different services or procedures | 8 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 72 |
Most frequent services
- Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee (27447)65 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis75%
- High blood pressure68%
- Ischemic heart disease22%
- Osteoporosis19%
- Diabetes17%
Hospitals where Christian D. Schwartz works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Christian D. Schwartz at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Mammoth HospitalMammoth Lakes, CA · Critical Access Hospital · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 051303
- Marian Regional Medical CenterSanta Maria, CA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 050107
Practice locations
Addresses where Christian D. Schwartz is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1051 Las Tablas RdTempleton, CA 93465
- 2342 Professional Pkwy, Suite 200Santa Maria, CA 93455 (805) 349‑9545
- 85 Sierra Park RdMammoth Lakes, CA 93546 (760) 934‑3311
- 862 Meinecke Ave, Suite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (805) 541‑4600
- PO Box, Suite 660Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Christian D. Schwartz as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- David B. Hammer123 clinicians in the group
- Southern Mono Health Care District100 clinicians in the group
- Central Coast Orthopedic Medical Group20 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Physician Assistantprimary
Other physician assistants in Templeton
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Templeton, CA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in David B. Hammer
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | PA |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2012 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1992062152 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians