Stephen Scharf, D.O.
NPI 1508488537 · Family Medicine Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Scharf, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1508488537).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508488537
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS022988 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
317 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 125 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 86 | $85 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 63 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 18 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 13 | $159 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 75 | 30 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 74 | 31 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 52 | 21 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 47 | 16 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 46 | 22 |
| Gabapentin | 44 | 17 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-05-13
- Last updated
- 2023-08-04
- Certified
- 2023-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Scharf's NPI number?
- Stephen Scharf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508488537, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Scharf's specialty?
- Stephen Scharf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Scharf located?
- Stephen Scharf's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602-2415.
- What is Stephen Scharf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Scharf is (814) 941-8811.
- Does Stephen Scharf accept Medicare?
- Stephen Scharf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Scharf's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Scharf's NPI (1508488537) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.