Paul Schaefer, M. D.
NPI 1942460878 · Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Psychiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Schaefer, M. D. is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1942460878).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942460878
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-037197E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Buspirone Hcl | 44 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 39 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 34 |
| Mirtazapine | 30 |
| Topiramate | 29 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 22 |
| Risperidone | 21 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 17 |
| Olanzapine | 13 |
| Bupropion Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-13
- Last updated
- 2012-11-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Schaefer's NPI number?
- Paul Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942460878, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Schaefer's specialty?
- Paul Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Schaefer located?
- Paul Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 4900 Wyalusing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131-5127.
- What is Paul Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Schaefer is (215) 473-7033.
- Does Paul Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Paul Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Schaefer's NPI (1942460878) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.