Christopher S Lichtenwalter, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Christopher S Lichtenwalter is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Mesa, AZ with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Christopher S Lichtenwalter, M.D. practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Mesa, AZ. Trained at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 50% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5085dNPPES updated 2012-06-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10238 E Hampton Ave Suite 501, Mesa, AZ 85209-3316
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202315.19/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-68.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.1%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,381
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
2,568
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,210
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.85M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.5k received from industry
61 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Christopher S Lichtenwalter's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
24 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 2002)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Christopher S Lichtenwalter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher S Lichtenwalter for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Mesa 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 S Lichtenwalter
NPI records show Dr. Lichtenwalter as active with telehealth listed in Mesa, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 889-1573.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
10238 E Hampton Ave Suite 501, Mesa, AZ 85209-3316
Mailing Address
10238 E Hampton Ave Suite 501, Mesa, AZ 85209-3316
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