Christina M. Puchalski, MD
Christina M. Puchalski is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE
With over 32 years in internal medicine, Christina M. Puchalski, MD is a long-established internist in Washington. A George Washington University School of Medicine graduate since 1994, she brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 18% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Dept. of Medicine, Washington, DC 20037-3201
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.67%
District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.4 pts)
4.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
116
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
103
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,370
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $103k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.57 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
George Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500021
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Christina M. Puchalski
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christina M. Puchalski for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Washington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christina M. Puchalski
NPI records show Dr. Puchalski as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 741-3333.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christina M. Puchalski
Practice Location
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Dept. of Medicine, Washington, DC 20037-3201
Mailing Address
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Dept. of Medicine, Washington, DC 20037-3201
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