Philip Scherer, M.D.
NPI 1609194547 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Scherer, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1609194547).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609194547
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 61836 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
7 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,934 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 618 | $23 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 517 | $9 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study From Skull Base to Mid-Thigh With Ct Scan78815 | 253 | $107 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Forearm, Finger, Hand, Or Foot77081 | 142 | $9 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study Whole Body With Ct Scan78816 | 85 | $108 |
| Nuclear Medicine Studies of Heart Muscle at Rest and With Stress and Spect78452 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$8,964 across 14 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 (6)
- 601 E Rollins StOrlando, FL 32803Phone: (407) 200-2355
- 2009 Mallory Ln Ste 150Franklin, TN 37067-2872Phone: (615) 771-8668
- 337 22nd Ave NNashville, TN 37203-1840Phone: (615) 327-1500
- 719 Thompson Ln Ste 23300Nashville, TN 37204-4686Phone: (611) 593-6360
- 1909 Acklen AveNashville, TN 37212-3713Phone: (615) 777-9729
- 4525 Harding Pike Ste 102Nashville, TN 37205-2145Phone: (615) 463-3034
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-16
- Last updated
- 2024-01-24
- Certified
- 2024-01-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Scherer's NPI number?
- Philip Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609194547, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Scherer's specialty?
- Philip Scherer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Scherer located?
- Philip Scherer's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-0001.
- What is Philip Scherer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Scherer is (615) 936-2000.
- Does Philip Scherer accept Medicare?
- Philip Scherer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Scherer's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Scherer's NPI (1609194547) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.