Joshua Scharf, M.D.
NPI 1861539470 · Otolaryngology Physician · Bethlehem, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Scharf, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Bethlehem, PA (NPI 1861539470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861539470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD429892 (PA)
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
19 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
2,464 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 895 | $92 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 548 | $47 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 227 | $108 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 157 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 146 | $35 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 145 | $183 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 176 | 76 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 134 | 56 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 87 | 39 |
| Omeprazole | 54 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 43 | 38 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 40 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,033 across 23 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)
- 100 E Lancaster Ave650 Lankenau Medical Building EastWynnewood, PA 19096-3450Phone: (610) 896-6800Fax: (610) 896-5627
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-31
- Last updated
- 2026-02-10
- Certified
- 2026-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Scharf's NPI number?
- Joshua Scharf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861539470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Scharf's specialty?
- Joshua Scharf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Scharf located?
- Joshua Scharf's practice location on file with NPPES is 1770 Bathgate Rd Ste 401, Bethlehem, PA 18017-7334.
- What is Joshua Scharf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Scharf is (484) 884-9260.
- Does Joshua Scharf accept Medicare?
- Joshua Scharf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Scharf's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Scharf's NPI (1861539470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.