Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Neurology Physician · Neurology Physician · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1801831177
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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52 12Th Ave Ne
Hickory, NC 286012798
(828) 732-7600
fax (828) 732-7601 - Mailing address
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Po Box 890273
Charlotte, NC 282890273
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 6, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- North Carolina #2025-00145 · Texas #S8549 · Arizona #51532
- Medicaid
- LA #1706469
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801831177. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
54
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,719
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 22 | 19 | $91 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 19 | 18 | $131 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 13 | 13 | $171 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Hickory Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 99. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$50
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $29.80 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 1 | $20.03 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
383
Patients
74
Total drug cost
$8,334
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 132 | 49 | $1,375 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 48 | 0 | $389 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 39 | 14 | $606 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $1,193 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 31 | 11 | $1,250 |
| Primidone | Generic | 21 | 0 | $270 |
| Propranolol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $357 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 18 | 0 | $413 |
| Propranolol Hcl ER (Propranolol Hcl) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $672 |
| Galantamine Hbr | Generic | 14 | 0 | $1,670 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt's medical specialty?
Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt practices Neurology Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt practice?
Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt practices at 52 12Th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 286012798. Office phone: 8287327600.
What is Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt's NPI?
Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801831177, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Diana Fernandez-Schmidt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.