SHERRI SARA BESMER M.D.
NPI 1922448976
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Saint Louis, MO

NPI Status: Active since July 03, 2013

Contact Information

1402 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO
ZIP 63104
Phone: (215) 833-5009
Fax: (314) 977-7615

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 13
  • Pathology
  • Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About SHERRI BESMER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Sherri Besmer, a provider established in Saint Louis, Missouri with a medical specialization in Pathology, focusing in anatomic pathology & clinical pathology and more than 13 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1922448976 assigned on July 2013. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207ZP0102X with license number 2018038291 (MO). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.

NPI
1922448976
Provider Name
SHERRI SARA BESMER M.D.
Other Name
SHERRI SARA SPECTOR M.D.
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1402 S GRAND BLVD SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Location Phone
(215) 833-5009
Location Fax
(314) 977-7615
Mailing Address
1402 S GRAND BLVD SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Mailing Phone
(215) 833-5009
Mailing Fax
(314) 977-7615
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2013
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
07-03-2013
Last Update Date
05-21-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Pathology Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

Taxonomy Code
207ZP0102X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
2018038291
License State
MO
Taxonomy Description
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207ZP0102XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pathology
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

MT204954 (PA)
2207ZP0213XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pathology
Pediatric Pathology

2018038291 (MO)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 10150 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 6900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Catastrophic Pathway (+ Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Gold Pathway 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Pathway 4900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Silver Pathway 3100 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 5350 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 6000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 7200 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes - EPO
  • Gold Classic Standard - EPO
  • Gold Simple - EPO
  • Silver Classic Standard - EPO
  • Silver Elite Saver Plus - EPO
  • Silver Simple Diabetes - EPO
  • Silver Simple PCP Saver - EPO
  • Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits - EPO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Sherri Besmer is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

Sherri Besmer is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 4385980648

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20251029002460

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 63104 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $128.28
  • Minimum New Patient Price $55.65
  • Maximum New Patient Price $169.38
  • Average New Patient Copayment $32.07
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.91
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.34

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $98.37
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.76
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $137.92
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.59
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.44
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.48

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1922448976, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 74. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 74 = 6).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
9
Unchanged
Pos 3
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
2
Unchanged
Pos 5
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
9
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
6
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 2 → 4 4 → 8 8 → 16 → 7 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 9 + 4 + 2 + 8 + 4 + 1 + 6 + 9 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 74

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 74 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 74 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1922448976.

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Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
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Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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General Acute Care Hospital
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Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
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Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1402 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Family Medicine
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine
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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Anesthesiology
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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1922448976, enumerated as an "individual" on July 03, 2013.

The provider is located at 1402 S GRAND BLVD SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104 and the phone number is (215) 833-5009.

Pathology with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X and a focus in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Oscar. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.