David Courtland Childers, MD
David Courtland Childers is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Portland, OR with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David Courtland Childers, MD has practiced internal medicine for 19+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery in 2007 and has 19+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2060dNPPES updated 2020-10-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board
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 = better4.08%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
4.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.4%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OregonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
156
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
255
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,938
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $204k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
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 · 2007
Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery
Board certified · Oct 1, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
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
Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
Po Box 3158, Portland, OR 97208-3158
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David Courtland Childers
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Courtland Childers for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portland 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 David Courtland Childers
Dr. Childers is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 215-6600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Courtland Childers
Practice Location
5050 Ne Hoyt St Suite 540, Portland, OR 97213-2991
Mailing Address
Po Box 3158, Portland, OR 97208-3158
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