CHARLES SCHWARTZ III DO
NPI 1437133725
Surgery in Laredo, TX

Active since December 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, #332, LAREDO, TX 78041(956) 795-1991(956) 795-1955 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Charles Schwartz Iii Do NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHARLES SCHWARTZ III DO (NPI 1437133725) is an individual surgery provider in Laredo, Texas, licensed in Texas (L0574) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Laredo Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437133725
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES SCHWARTZ IIICredential: DO
Location Address6801 MCPHERSON AVE, #332Laredo, TX 78041-6402
Mailing Address6801 Mcpherson Ave, #332Laredo, TX 78041-6402 · (956) 795-1991 · Fax (956) 795-1955
Fax(956) 795-1955
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateDecember 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 2015
NPI 1437133725 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in TX · L0574
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License L0574 (TX)
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, Laredo, TX 78041

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINH21320
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00829LTX
Medicaid031206801TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Charles Schwartz Iii Do is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2769642453
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120404000971
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
342 services306 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
303 services268 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
88 services83 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
87 services76 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Laredo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Laredo, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450029
Location1700 East SaundersLaredo, TX 78044 · Webb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78041 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

79.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.22
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Otolaryngology
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, SUITE 331
LAREDO, TX 78041
Family Medicine
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, SUITE 333
LAREDO, TX 78041
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, SUITE 223
LAREDO, TX 78041
Specialist
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, SUITE 226
LAREDO, TX 78041
Otolaryngology
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, SUITE 331
LAREDO, TX 78041
Allergy & Immunology (Allergy)
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, STE 106
LAREDO, TX 78041
Optometrist
6801 MCPHERSON AVE, STE. 111
LAREDO, TX 78041
Clinical Medical Laboratory
6801 MCPHERSON AVE
LAREDO, TX 78041

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Charles Schwartz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Schwartz is 1437133725. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2005.

Where is Charles Schwartz located?

Charles Schwartz practices at 6801 Mcpherson Ave #332, Laredo, TX 78041. The listed phone number is (956) 795-1991.

What is Charles Schwartz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Charles Schwartz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Schwartz is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Charles Schwartz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and Oscar Insurance Company list Charles Schwartz as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Charles Schwartz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Schwartz is affiliated with Laredo Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Schwartz was last updated on March 4, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.