SCOTT A SCHARFENSTEIN JR.
NPI 1538666193
Anesthesiology in Gulfport, MS

Q: What is Scott Scharfenstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Scharfenstein is 1538666193. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2018.

Q: What is Scott Scharfenstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Active since April 10, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4500 13TH STREET, GULFPORT, MS 39501(228) 865-3281(228) 867-5117 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2023, Apr 10, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Scott A Scharfenstein Jr. NPPES

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

SCOTT A SCHARFENSTEIN JR. (NPI 1538666193) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Gulfport, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (30069) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538666193

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameSCOTT A SCHARFENSTEIN JR.

Location Address4500 13TH STREETGulfport, MS 39501

Mailing AddressPo Box 1810Gulfport, MS 39502 · (228) 575-1194 · Fax (228) 575-2917

Phone(228) 865-3281

Fax(228) 867-5117

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 5, 2023

✔ NPI 1538666193 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in MS · 30069

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

4500 13TH STREET, Gulfport, MS 39501

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, HMO Louisiana, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Scott A Scharfenstein Jr. 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 ID2769739150

PECOS Enrollment IDI20241007001106

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 23

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

100 services94 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

98 services93 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

51 services48 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

50 services50 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

49 services49 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

49 services49 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

42 services42 patients

Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520

Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.

35 services35 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

31 services30 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

29 services29 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230

Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.

26 services25 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

24 services24 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902

Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for placement or revision of blood flow shunt 01844

Anesthesia for blood flow shunt placement or revision ensures comfort during the procedure. It involves medication to numb or induce sleep, preventing pain or discomfort. It's safe, monitored by professionals, and tailored to individual needs.

19 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large blood vessel of neck 00350

Anesthesia for a procedure on a large neck blood vessel ensures comfort and safety. It involves administering medication to numb sensation, reduce pain, and potentially cause sleepiness. This allows doctors to perform the necessary procedure without causing discomfort.

13 services13 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

13 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

12 services11 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 01630

Anesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190036

Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number190045

Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Riverside Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Franklinton, LA

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number191313

Location1900 South Main StFranklinton, LA 70438 · Washington County

Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

MS. MANISHA BANDAMEDE M.D.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 867-4968

MUHAMMAD OWAIS

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 822-6512

KRISTEN ELIZABETH STEWART

Respiratory Therapist, Registered

4500 13TH STREET, WINGS C AND D
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 575-7500

DR. JENNIFER ANNE CALDWELL M.D.

Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (601) 288-3440

DR. CHARLES A STANICH M.D.

Internal Medicine

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 867-4396

SADAF ZAHRA M.D

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 822-6512

FNU MANISHA M.D

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 822-6512

CHANDRA ESSAR MAL M.D

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

4500 13TH STREET
GULFPORT, MS 39501

Harrison County (228) 822-6512

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 Scott Scharfenstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Scharfenstein is 1538666193. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2018.

Where is Scott Scharfenstein located?

Scott Scharfenstein practices at 4500 13th Street, Gulfport, MS 39501. The listed phone number is (228) 865-3281.

What is Scott Scharfenstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Scott Scharfenstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Scharfenstein 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 Scott Scharfenstein accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, HMO Louisiana and Molina Healthcare list Scott Scharfenstein 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 Scott Scharfenstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Scott Scharfenstein is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, St Tammany Parish Hospital and Riverside Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Scharfenstein was last updated on January 5, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.