Bernard Scherer, PA
NPI 1972937571 · Physician Assistant · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bernard Scherer, PA is a Physician Assistant provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1972937571).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972937571
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2548 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
3,572 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 | 976 | $72 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 887 | $57 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 570 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 485 | $101 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 357 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 75 | $30 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 201 | 190 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 139 | 95 |
| Dexamethasone | 120 | 113 |
| Gabapentin | 62 | 28 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 55 | 27 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 53 | 32 |
| Celecoxib | 50 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$511 across 17 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
- 2013-08-30
- Last updated
- 2024-09-16
- Certified
- 2024-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bernard Scherer's NPI number?
- Bernard Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972937571, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bernard Scherer's specialty?
- Bernard Scherer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Bernard Scherer located?
- Bernard Scherer's practice location on file with NPPES is 811 13th St, Augusta, GA 30901-2700.
- What is Bernard Scherer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bernard Scherer is (706) 722-3401.
- Does Bernard Scherer accept Medicare?
- Bernard Scherer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bernard Scherer's NPI active?
- Yes — Bernard Scherer's NPI (1972937571) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.