JAMES J SCHERER DPT
NPI 1184921785
Physical Therapist in Santa Monica, CA
NPI Status: Active since February 16, 2011
Contact Information
2901 WILSHIRE BLVD
STE #440
SANTA MONICA, CA
ZIP 90403
Phone: (310) 315-9711
Fax: (310) 315-9349
Some details in this NPI profile have been updated in the NPI registry within the last 30 days.
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 18
- Physical Therapist
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
About JAMES SCHERER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for James Scherer, a provider established in Santa Monica, California with a medical specialization in Physical Therapist and more than 18 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1184921785 assigned on February 2011. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 225100000X with license number PT34898 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated May 2026.
- NPI
- 1184921785
- Provider Name
- JAMES J SCHERER DPT
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2901 WILSHIRE BLVD STE #440 SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
- Location Phone
- (310) 315-9711
- Location Fax
- (310) 315-9349
- Mailing Address
- 2901 WILSHIRE BLVD STE #440 SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
- Mailing Phone
- (310) 315-9711
- Mailing Fax
- (310) 315-9349
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2008
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-16-2011
- Last Update Date
- 05-23-2026
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physical Therapist
- Taxonomy Code
- 225100000X
- Type
- Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- License No.
- PT34898
- License State
- CA
- Taxonomy Description
- Physical therapists (PTs) are licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. PTs:
- Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities.
- Restore, maintain, and promote not only optimal physical function but optimal wellness and fitness and optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health.
- Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.
- Treat conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary systems.
- Address the negative effects attributable to unique personal and environmental factors as they relate to human performance.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| PT34898 | OTHER (01) | CA | PHYSICAL THERAPY BOARD OF CA |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
James Scherer is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
PECOS PAC ID: 1153503131
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20110311000701
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure using functional activities
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes
An evaluation for physical therapy is a 30-minute session where a physical therapist assesses your current physical condition. They'll examine your strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility to identify areas needing improvement. This helps tailor a therapy plan to your specific needs.
This service was performed 20 times for 18 patientsThis therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.
This service was performed 628 times for 50 patientsThis therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
This service was performed 139 times for 30 patientsA therapy procedure using functional activities encourages you to use your own body movements in day-to-day tasks to aid recovery. It aims to improve your mobility, strength, and overall health by incorporating therapeutic exercises into your routine.
This service was performed 149 times for 24 patientsThis therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1184921785, we treat the final digit (5) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1184921785, enumerated as an "individual" on February 16, 2011.
The provider is located at 2901 WILSHIRE BLVD STE #440 SANTA MONICA, CA 90403 and the phone number is (310) 315-9711.
Physical Therapist with taxonomy code 225100000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.