Quick answers
- Where does Lawrence C. Watson see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Palm Desert, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Lawrence C. Watson's specialty?
- Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
- Does Lawrence C. Watson accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Lawrence C. Watson accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Lawrence C. Watson?
- (760) 346-1136, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Lawrence C. Watson's NPI number?
- 1073697843. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Lawrence C. Watson is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 73211 Fred Waring Dr, Suite 102Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 346‑1136
Specialties
- Optometryprimary
Other optometrists in Palm Desert
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Palm Desert, CA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | OD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Southern California College Of Optometry |
| Graduation year | 1975 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1073697843 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians