Luba Scherschun, M.D.
NPI 1356429229 · Dermatology Physician · Whittier, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luba Scherschun, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Whittier, CA (NPI 1356429229).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356429229
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A99326 (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
19 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
3,777 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,581 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 947 | $98 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 459 | $66 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 258 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 151 | $62 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 164 | 57 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 114 | 65 |
| Mupirocin | 88 | 52 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 84 | 57 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 70 | 37 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 58 | 18 |
| Metronidazole | 51 | 24 |
| Alclometasone Dipropionate | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$398 across 8 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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2014-06-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luba Scherschun's NPI number?
- Luba Scherschun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356429229, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luba Scherschun's specialty?
- Luba Scherschun is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luba Scherschun located?
- Luba Scherschun's practice location on file with NPPES is 12462 Putnam St, Whittier, CA 90602-1048.
- What is Luba Scherschun's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luba Scherschun is (562) 789-5429.
- Does Luba Scherschun accept Medicare?
- Luba Scherschun is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luba Scherschun's NPI active?
- Yes — Luba Scherschun's NPI (1356429229) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.