Christopher E Sims, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Christopher E Sims is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher E Sims, M.D practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Seattle, WA. Trained at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (class of 1984), he has been practicing for over 42 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
59
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
45
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
273
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $232k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 30, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Mailing address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christopher E Sims
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher E Sims for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Seattle 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 E Sims
NPI records show Dr. Sims as active with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 520-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher E Sims
Practice Location
1959 Ne Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195-7584
Mailing Address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
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