Peter Charles Schmidt, MD
Peter Charles Schmidt is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Stanford, CA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Peter Charles Schmidt, MD specializes in anesthesiology, serving patients in Stanford, CA in group practice. A University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver graduate since 2008, he brings 18+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.5/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202376.5/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better29.31%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+24.2 pts)
29.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
55
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
53
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
406
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $19k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+46%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver
Board certified · Apr 9, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 2008)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 200034
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Peter Charles Schmidt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Peter Charles Schmidt for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Stanford required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peter Charles Schmidt
NPI records show Dr. Schmidt as active with telehealth listed in Stanford, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 723-7377.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address
300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200
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