Carol Schmidt, MD
NPI 1164447538 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Schmidt, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1164447538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164447538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,838 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 604 | $92 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 410 | $130 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 264 | $66 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 121 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 116 | $154 |
| New Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92002 | 80 | $86 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 350 | 97 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 83 | 35 |
| Timolol Maleate | 74 | 19 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 55 | 14 |
| Travoprost | 33 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 29 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 26 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Schmidt's NPI number?
- Carol Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164447538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Schmidt's specialty?
- Carol Schmidt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carol Schmidt located?
- Carol Schmidt's practice location on file with NPPES is 680 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611-4546.
- What is Carol Schmidt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Schmidt is (312) 695-9797.
- Does Carol Schmidt accept Medicare?
- Carol Schmidt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Schmidt's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Schmidt's NPI (1164447538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.