Michael Scharf, MD
NPI 1417998956 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Scharf, MD is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1417998956).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417998956
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA06300700 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,394 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 284 | $9 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 262 | $12 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 178 | $8 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 138 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 126 | $98 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 98 | $79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tadalafil | 193 | 28 |
| Macitentanbrand: Opsumit | 181 | 24 |
| Ambrisentan | 113 | 16 |
| Treprostinilbrand: Tyvaso Dpi | 104 | 11 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 102 | 30 |
| Selexipagbrand: Uptravi | 100 | 12 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 across 6 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 211 S 9th St Fl 4Philadelphia, PA 19107-6810Phone: (215) 955-5161Fax: (215) 923-6003
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2019-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Scharf's NPI number?
- Michael Scharf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417998956, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Scharf's specialty?
- Michael Scharf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Scharf located?
- Michael Scharf's practice location on file with NPPES is 834 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5109.
- What is Michael Scharf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Scharf is (215) 955-5161.
- Does Michael Scharf accept Medicare?
- Michael Scharf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Scharf's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Scharf's NPI (1417998956) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.