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DR. SCOTT AFTEL M.D.
NPI 1790847028
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Seaside Park, NJ

Active since December 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
247 O ST, SEASIDE PARK, NJ 08752(201) 437-9711(201) 437-9111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Scott Aftel M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT AFTEL M.D. (NPI 1790847028) is an individual psychiatry provider in Seaside Park, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA62189) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790847028
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT AFTELCredential: M.D.
Location Address247 O STSeaside Park, NJ 08752-1144
Mailing Address247 O StSeaside Park, NJ 08752-1144 · (201) 437-9711 · Fax (201) 437-9111
Phone(201) 437-9711
Fax(201) 437-9111
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateDecember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 2024
NPPES CertifiedDecember 16, 2024
✔ NPI 1790847028 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA62189
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
247 O ST, Seaside Park, NJ 08752
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Other Identifiers 1

Other260033052Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Scott Aftel M.d. 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 ID2860664182
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111011000197
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Scott Aftel reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Scott Aftel M.D.P.A.
51 mi
Psychiatry
28 E 32ND ST
Bayonne, NJ 07002
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Scott Aftel MD PA
NPI 1336425628 (201) 437-9711

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
357 services58 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
354 services58 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
45 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08752 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
$185.05 typical visit price
range $61.59 – $185.05
Typical copayment $46.26 (range $15.39 – $46.26)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$76.45 typical visit price
range $20.08 – $150.98
Typical copayment $19.11 (range $5.02 – $37.74)
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.

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 Aftel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Aftel is 1790847028. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 14, 2006.

Where is Scott Aftel located?

Scott Aftel practices at 247 O St, Seaside Park, NJ 08752. The listed phone number is (201) 437-9711.

What is Scott Aftel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Scott Aftel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Aftel 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Scott Aftel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Scott Aftel reassigns Medicare benefits to Scott Aftel M.D.P.A. (Bayonne, NJ). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Scott Aftel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Scott Aftel accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health list Scott Aftel 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Aftel was last updated on December 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.