SCOTT J. SPEAR M.D. – NPI #1346225190
Pediatrics
A pediatrician who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.
SCOTT SPEAR is a physician located in EDINBURG, TX. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1346225190 to SCOTT SPEAR on December 14, 2005. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2080A0000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Pediatrics, specializing in Adolescent Medicine
The NPI profile was previously updated about 6 years ago on May 04, 2020. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for SCOTT SPEAR below.
NPI Profile for
SCOTT J. SPEAR
(more than 20 years ago)
EDINBURG, TX 78539-1803 Phone: (956) 296-1960 Fax: (956) 381-5397
1 Other location(s):
Edinburg, TX 78541-2337
Phone: (956) 296-1731
Fax: (956) 296-1730
HARLINGEN, TX 78550-8736 Phone: (956) 296-1437 Fax: (956) 296-6842
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Identifiers for SCOTT SPEAR
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | BCBS | TX | H08ML39401 |
| MEDICAID | TX | 0997629-45 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 2080A0000X - Pediatrics / Adolescent Medicine (Primary) |
AR | E-5207 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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