JOSEPH WILLIAM SCHMITZ M.D.
NPI 1467523571
Ophthalmology in San Diego, CA

Q: What is Joseph Schmitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Schmitz is 1467523571. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 11, 2006.

Q: What is Joseph Schmitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Schmitz was last updated on January 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since November 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

34800 BOB WILSON DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92134(619) 532-6700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Joseph William Schmitz M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH WILLIAM SCHMITZ M.D. (NPI 1467523571) is an individual ophthalmology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A96617) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Evergreenhealth Monroe, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467523571

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH WILLIAM SCHMITZCredential: M.D.

Location Address34800 BOB WILSON DRSan Diego, CA 92134-1098

Mailing Address1856 Plaza Palo AltoChula Vista, CA 91914-4621

Phone(619) 532-6700

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateNovember 11, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 2, 2024

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 2, 2024

✔ NPI 1467523571 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A96617

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

34800 BOB WILSON DR, San Diego, CA 92134

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A966170CA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.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

Joseph William Schmitz M.d. 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 ID3375706278

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120511000271, I20250904002289

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 9

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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

87 services85 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

73 services52 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

33 services28 patients

Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519

An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.

21 services21 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

21 services20 patients

Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020

This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Evergreenhealth Monroe

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroe, WA

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number500084

Location14701 179th Ave SEMonroe, WA 98272 · Snohomish County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92134 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

$140.22 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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.

85.18/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

71.81

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

64.54

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