Lawrence Schaeffer, M.D.
NPI 1528017324 · Neurology Physician · Amarillo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Schaeffer, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Amarillo, TX (NPI 1528017324).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528017324
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H5053 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,715 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 749 | $89 |
| 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 | 146 | $16 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 143 | $194 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 126 | $164 |
| Nerve Conduction, 11-12 Studies95912 | 117 | $234 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 171 | 46 |
| Baclofen | 66 | 21 |
| Gabapentin | 63 | 20 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 60 | 17 |
| Lamotrigine | 57 | 16 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa Er | 49 | 12 |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide | 45 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-09
- Last updated
- 2011-01-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Schaeffer's NPI number?
- Lawrence Schaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528017324, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Schaeffer's specialty?
- Lawrence Schaeffer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Schaeffer located?
- Lawrence Schaeffer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1900 S Coulter St, Amarillo, TX 79106-1784.
- What is Lawrence Schaeffer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Schaeffer is (806) 353-3061.
- Does Lawrence Schaeffer accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Schaeffer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Schaeffer's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Schaeffer's NPI (1528017324) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.