Quick answers
- Where does Fred S. Schmidt see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Twentynine Palms, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Fred S. Schmidt's specialty?
- Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
- Does Fred S. Schmidt accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Fred S. Schmidt may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- What is the phone number for Fred S. Schmidt?
- (760) 367-2020, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Fred S. Schmidt's NPI number?
- 1568678845. 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 Fred S. Schmidt is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 6175 Adobe RdTwentynine Palms, CA 92277 (760) 367‑2020
Specialties
- Optometryprimary
Other optometrists in California
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in California — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | OD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Southern California College Of Optometry |
| Graduation year | 1982 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1568678845 |
| 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