Scott Halista, MD
NPI 1548257496 · Rheumatology Physician · Springfield, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Halista, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Springfield, MA (NPI 1548257496).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548257496
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 75526 (MA)
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
20 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
12,357 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,152 | $9 |
| 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 | 1,051 | $16 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 1,011 | $5 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 937 | $8 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgpt), Level84460 | 934 | $5 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgot), Level84450 | 932 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 1,225 | 271 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,042 | 201 |
| Meloxicam | 533 | 119 |
| Prednisone | 368 | 94 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 330 | 70 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 311 | 88 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 307 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 across 2 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
- 2005-10-05
- Last updated
- 2008-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Halista's NPI number?
- Scott Halista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548257496, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Halista's specialty?
- Scott Halista is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Halista located?
- Scott Halista's practice location on file with NPPES is 3377 Main St, Springfield, MA 01107-1111.
- What is Scott Halista's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Halista is (413) 734-5661.
- Does Scott Halista accept Medicare?
- Scott Halista is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Halista's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Halista's NPI (1548257496) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.