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JAMES R SCHARFF MD
NPI 1407078827
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Saint Louis, MO

Active since May 03, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131(314) 996-5287(314) 432-6068 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 2, 2026, Mar 11, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About James R Scharff Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JAMES R SCHARFF MD (NPI 1407078827) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2005017791) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407078827
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES R SCHARFFCredential: MD
Location Address3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150DSaint Louis, MO 63131-2319
Mailing Address3023 N Ballas Rd Ste 150dSaint Louis, MO 63131-2319 · (314) 996-5287 · Fax (314) 996-4271
Phone(314) 996-5287
Fax(314) 432-6068
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateMay 3, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1407078827 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2005017791
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D, Saint Louis, MO 63131
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid207549700MO
OtherP00463756MO · Rr Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James R Scharff Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID749371078
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070801000173
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
35 services35 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
25 services25 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
15 services15 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
14 services14 patients
Radical reconstruction of mitral valve on heart-lung machine 33427
Radical reconstruction of the mitral valve on a heart-lung machine is a surgery to repair a damaged valve in your heart. The heart-lung machine takes over the function of your heart and lungs during the procedure. This allows the surgeon to work on a still, blood-free heart to improve its function.
12 services12 patients
Replacement of mitral valve on heart-lung machine 33430
Mitral valve replacement involves a surgeon removing a damaged or diseased mitral valve in your heart and replacing it with a new, healthy one. This is done while your body is connected to a heart-lung machine, which takes over your heart's pumping function during the procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Town And Country, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260108
Location3015 N Ballas RdTown And Country, MO 63131 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63131 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$169.38 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $42.34 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

82.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.14
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities20
Cost74.23

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MICHAEL MAUNEY
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287
DR. LINDA JIN SCHULTE MD
Surgery
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287
LAUREN K SUMMERS ANP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287
MRS. JENNIFER RAYE MCGEE ACNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287
NICHOLAS KOUCHOUKOS MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287
JOSHUA NORBERT BAKER MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
3023 N BALLAS RD STE 150D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
St. Louis County (314) 996-5287

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Scharff's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Scharff is 1407078827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2007.

Where is James Scharff located?

James Scharff practices at 3023 N Ballas Rd Ste 150D, Saint Louis, MO 63131. The listed phone number is (314) 996-5287.

What is James Scharff's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is James Scharff enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Scharff is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is James Scharff affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Scharff is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Scharff was last updated on June 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.