Michael Scott Schindler, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Michael Scott Schindler is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Silver Spring, MD with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MD can see Michael Scott Schindler, M.D. in person in Silver Spring or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Massachusetts Medical School (class of 1982), he has been practicing for over 44 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3607dNPPES updated 2016-07-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10801 Lockwood Dr Suite 200, Silver Spring, MD 20901-1556
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.7%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
682
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
253
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
771
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $207k
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
40 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 Michael Scott Schindler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
Umass Chan Medical School
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Massachusetts Medical School (Class of 1982)
Mailing address
12510 Prosperity Dr Suite 200, Silver Spring, MD 20904-1663
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Michael Scott Schindler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Scott Schindler for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Silver Spring 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 Michael Scott Schindler
NPI records show Dr. Schindler as active with telehealth listed in Silver Spring, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 593-2002.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Scott Schindler
Practice Location
10801 Lockwood Dr Suite 200, Silver Spring, MD 20901-1556
Mailing Address
12510 Prosperity Dr Suite 200, Silver Spring, MD 20904-1663
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