Gerald Schultz, MD
NPI 1942293543 · Ophthalmology Physician · Yucca Valley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Schultz, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Yucca Valley, CA (NPI 1942293543).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942293543
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G14295 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
543 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 | 319 | $132 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 77 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 58 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $93 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 19 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 950 | 246 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 247 | 68 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 117 | 85 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 112 | 36 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 112 | 28 |
| Timolol Maleate | 82 | 28 |
| Cromolyn Sodium | 73 | 35 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$281 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-30
- Last updated
- 2008-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Schultz's NPI number?
- Gerald Schultz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942293543, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Schultz's specialty?
- Gerald Schultz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Schultz located?
- Gerald Schultz's practice location on file with NPPES is 58471 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284-5818.
- What is Gerald Schultz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Schultz is (760) 228-1766.
- Does Gerald Schultz accept Medicare?
- Gerald Schultz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Schultz's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Schultz's NPI (1942293543) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.