Derek Lynn Stirewalt, MD

Medical Oncology Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Derek Lynn Stirewalt is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(206) 288-1000Seattle, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Derek Lynn Stirewalt, MD practices as part of a group medical oncology internal medicine specialist practice in Seattle, WA. Trained at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 66 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Seattle34+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2188dNPPES updated 2020-05-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

825 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109-4405

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington.

MIPS Score

2023

93.09/100

Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Washington

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

38

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-4%)66%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+19%)53%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-4%)45%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)34%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)32%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1992

    University of North Carolina School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · May 27, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineMedical Oncology in SeattleAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.

Taxonomy: 207RX0202X

Education & Training

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 1992)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095

Differs from practice location

Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Derek Lynn Stirewalt

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Derek Lynn Stirewalt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — 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 Derek Lynn Stirewalt

Dr. Stirewalt is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 288-1000.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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