JOSEPH E SCHERGER MD, MPH
NPI 1881610939
Family Medicine in La Quinta, CA

Q: What is Joseph Scherger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Scherger is 1881610939. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Q: What is Joseph Scherger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Scherger was last updated on March 1, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

45280 SEELEY DR, 3RD FLOOR, LA QUINTA, CA 92253(760) 610-7300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 1, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Joseph E Scherger Md, Mph NPPES

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

JOSEPH E SCHERGER MD, MPH (NPI 1881610939) is an individual family medicine provider in La Quinta, California, licensed in California (G36340) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881610939

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH E SCHERGERCredential: MD, MPH

Location Address45280 SEELEY DR, 3RD FLOORLa Quinta, CA 92253-6834

Mailing Address45280 Seeley Dr, 3rd FloorLa Quinta, CA 92253-6834 · (760) 610-7300

Phone(760) 610-7300

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 1975

Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 1, 2016

✔ NPI 1881610939 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · G36340

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

45280 SEELEY DR, La Quinta, CA 92253

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINA89615CA

Medicaid00G363400CA

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

Joseph E Scherger Md, Mph 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 ID2860471141

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040719001526

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 4

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.

522 services450 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

139 services132 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

22 services22 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92253 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

$91.88 typical visit price

range $59.60 – $179.42

Typical copayment $22.97 (range $14.90 – $44.85)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$104.64 typical visit price

range $19.37 – $146.42

Typical copayment $26.16 (range $4.84 – $36.60)

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.

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.

84.3/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

88.95

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.71

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

9 suppliers25 claims60 services$5.65 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier12 claims120 services$6.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each A4456

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

1 supplier11 claims350 services$0.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with flange (2 piece system), each A5063

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier12 claims120 services$2.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers18 claims18 services$47.20 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers12 claims12 services$15.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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

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