Darren Schmidt, MD
NPI 1134159692 · Nephrology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darren Schmidt, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1134159692).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134159692
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19045 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
382 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 99 | $72 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 71 | $311 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 67 | $98 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 54 | $374 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 41 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 78 | 23 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 62 | 17 |
| Losartan Potassium | 57 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 55 | 20 |
| Carvedilol | 37 | 14 |
| Lisinopril | 36 | 12 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 31 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-03
- Last updated
- 2024-10-23
- Certified
- 2024-10-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darren Schmidt's NPI number?
- Darren Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134159692, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darren Schmidt's specialty?
- Darren Schmidt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darren Schmidt located?
- Darren Schmidt's practice location on file with NPPES is University of New Mexico- Hsc Division of Nephrology, Albuquerque, NM 87131-8296.
- What is Darren Schmidt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darren Schmidt is (970) 272-0407.
- Does Darren Schmidt accept Medicare?
- Darren Schmidt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darren Schmidt's NPI active?
- Yes — Darren Schmidt's NPI (1134159692) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.