Carl Schulze, MD
NPI 1235456856 · Nephrology Physician · Burbank, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carl Schulze, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Burbank, CA (NPI 1235456856).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235456856
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 93996 (CA)
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 tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,319 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 250 | $138 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 248 | $17 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 167 | $122 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 140 | $308 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 114 | $101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 93 | 41 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 92 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 63 | 27 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 53 | 23 |
| Carvedilol | 53 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 50 | 22 |
| Lisinopril | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$301 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- Ucla Division of Nephrology 7 155 Factor700 Tiverton AveLos Angeles, CA 90095-0001Phone: (310) 206-6741
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-04-21
- Last updated
- 2024-05-10
- Certified
- 2024-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carl Schulze's NPI number?
- Carl Schulze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235456856, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carl Schulze's specialty?
- Carl Schulze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carl Schulze located?
- Carl Schulze's practice location on file with NPPES is 2601 W Alameda Ave Ste 416, Burbank, CA 91505-4814.
- What is Carl Schulze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carl Schulze is (818) 843-9020.
- Does Carl Schulze accept Medicare?
- Carl Schulze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carl Schulze's NPI active?
- Yes — Carl Schulze's NPI (1235456856) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.