Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Scherger, MD, MPH
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · La Quinta, CA
- NPI 1881610939
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.3 / 100 · 2023
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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45280 Seeley Dr, 3Rd Floor
La Quinta, CA 922536834
(760) 610-7300
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 1, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G36340
- Medicaid
- CA #00G363400
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881610939. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,411
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$123,037
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 835 | 560 | $100 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 397 | 343 | $68 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 38 | 38 | $8 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 31 | 30 | $148 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 29 | 13 | $9 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 24 | 24 | $138 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 24 | 19 | $68 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 18 | 18 | $33 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 15 | 14 | $100 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$266
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $177.89 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 2 | $88.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,752
Patients
655
Total drug cost
$106,181
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 252 | 97 | $3,156 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 235 | 79 | $4,050 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 170 | 69 | $1,683 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 132 | 33 | $1,003 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 132 | 56 | $1,495 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 114 | 41 | $2,326 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 105 | 48 | $1,135 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 101 | 40 | $2,026 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 96 | 36 | $1,407 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 87 | 33 | $895 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Scherger's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Scherger practices Family Medicine Physician in La Quinta, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Scherger practice?
Dr. Joseph Scherger practices at 45280 Seeley Dr, La Quinta, CA 922536834. Office phone: 7606107300.
What is Dr. Joseph Scherger's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Scherger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881610939, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Scherger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Scherger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Scherger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.