Christopher Ish, MD
Christopher Ish is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Glen Burnie, MD with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
Patients across MD can see Christopher Ish, MD in person in Glen Burnie or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Rutgers New Jersey Medical School graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4763dNPPES updated 2013-05-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7671 Quarterfield Rd Suite 401, Glen Burnie, MD 21061-4998
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.4%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
206
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
294
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,767
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $381k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.41 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe 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 · 1988
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
38 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
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
3100 Wyman Park Dr, Baltimore, MD 21211-2803
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christopher Ish
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Ish for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Glen Burnie 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 Christopher Ish
NPI records show Dr. Ish as active with telehealth listed in Glen Burnie, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (443) 270-6760.
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 Christopher Ish
Practice Location
7671 Quarterfield Rd Suite 401, Glen Burnie, MD 21061-4998
Mailing Address
3100 Wyman Park Dr, Baltimore, MD 21211-2803
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