DR. ALEXANDER L SCALES MD
NPI 1437643541
Hospitalist in Seattle, WA

Active since June 21, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1550 N 115TH ST, SEATTLE, WA 98133(206) 520-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 17, 2023, Aug 21, 2021, Jun 21, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Alexander L Scales Md NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER L SCALES MD (NPI 1437643541) is an individual hospitalist provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61425337) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and maintains a secondary practice location in Everett.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437643541
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER L SCALESCredential: MD
Location Address1550 N 115TH STSeattle, WA 98133-8401
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 520-5700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 28, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 28, 2023
NPI 1437643541 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in WA · MD61425337
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD61425337 (WA)
1550 N 115TH ST, Seattle, WA 98133

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12930 Maple StEverett, WA 98201-3832 · Phone (425) 261-1500 · Fax (877) 516-1074

Other Identifiers 1

Other029265CO · Kaiser Commercial Number

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Alexander L Scales 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 ID4082962360
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231102000961
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
275 services85 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
80 services43 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
52 services52 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
33 services33 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98133 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Emergency Medicine
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Emergency Medicine
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Registered Nurse
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Anesthesiology
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Emergency Medicine
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133
Dietitian, Registered
1550 N 115TH ST
SEATTLE, WA 98133

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 Alexander Scales's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Scales is 1437643541. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2018.

Where is Alexander Scales located?

Alexander Scales practices at 1550 N 115th St, Seattle, WA 98133. The listed phone number is (206) 520-5000.

What is Alexander Scales's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Alexander Scales enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Scales 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.

What insurance does Alexander Scales accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Alexander Scales as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Alexander Scales affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Scales is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Scales was last updated on November 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.