Summary

Dr. Fritz Schmutz, MD, board-certified Interventional Radiologist practicing at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, has created a series of informational videos about stroke. In the first video, Dr. Schmutz talks about stroke, its treatment options and why it is important to get to a Primary Stroke Center fast.

In his second video, Dr. Schmutz shares information about mini-strokes, also known as transient ischemic attacks (TIA). Mini-strokes are warning signs of a full-blown stroke event and a patient should immediately go to a Primary Stroke Center to be evaluated by stroke specialists.

Quick Facts

  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Friedrich Schmutz has 7 locations

Medical Imaging Associates Of Idaho Falls

2265 E Sunnyside RdIdaho Falls, ID 83404
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center

3100 Channing WayIdaho Falls, ID 83404
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Steele Memorial Medical Center

203 S Daisy StSalmon, ID 83467

Mountain View Hospital

2325 Coronado StIdaho Falls, ID 83404

Shoshone Medical Center

25 Jacobs Gulch RdKellogg, ID 83837

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35 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Idaho Falls , IDIdaho Falls , IDIdaho Falls , IDIdaho Falls , ID
Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Friedrich Schmutz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Friedrich Schmutz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Friedrich Schmutz has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Angiography
  • Angioplasty
  • Cryosurgery
  • CT Scan
  • Diagnostic Radiology
  • MRI
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases (Peripheral Artery Disease)
  • PET Scan
  • Stroke
  • Ultrasound
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)
  • X-Ray

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. James Friedrich Schmutz holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expired in 2026, an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026, and an active medical license in the state of Wyoming that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Schmutz's NPI number is 1508936923.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Schmutz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Schmutz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Schmutz affiliated with?
Dr. James Schmutz is affiliated with Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital, Star Valley Medical Center, Shoshone Medical Center, Steele Memorial Medical Center, and Idaho Falls Community Hospital Llc.
What languages does Dr. James Schmutz speak?
Dr. James Schmutz speaks English.
Does Dr. James Schmutz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Schmutz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Schmutz?
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