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Dr. James Scharff, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 50
Dr. James Scharff, MD
4.5 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. James Scharff, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 50
Saint Louis, MO
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. James Scharff, MD works in Saint Louis, MO as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon and has 24 years experience.

They are board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 2000. Dr. Scharff completed a residency at Saint Louis University Hospital. Dr. Scharff has has worked on more claims relating to Partial Lung Collapse than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Scharff has received an average rating of 4.5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. They are affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Scharff also speaks German. Dr. Scharff practices at Practice in Saint Louis, MO.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Balanced Blue Access Choice-MO
    Balanced Blue Access-MO
    Blue Access Choice (St Louis) (Select Network)-MO
    Blue Access Choice - S-MO
    Blue Access Choice-MO
    Blue Access-MO
    Blue Traditional-MO
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    Preferred-Care Blue (KC) (Select Network)-MO
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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3023 N Ballas Rd Ste 150D, Saint Louis, MO 63131
  2. 2 Missouri Baptist Medical Center
    3015 N Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63131
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
  3. 3 Office
    3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 360C, Saint Louis, MO 63131

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4.5
Based on 17 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Jun 15, 2022
I had a myxoma that I was completely unaware of with minimal symptoms even though it was huge. It was discovered by an echocardiogram after feeling faint off and on over some weeks. Well, surgery had to be performed immediately. Needless to say I didn't have time to process the situation or be afraid. Shocked maybe but that was it. Dr. Scharff opened his schedule to perform the surgery on me within a few hours. He and his staff were absolutely incredible. They were so supportive and provided me with all of the information I needed. They basically held my hand through the process and I will be forever grateful to each of them for that.
Very Blessed — Jun 15, 2022
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About Me

Languages Spoken
German
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Wake Forest School of Medicine
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Saint Louis University Hospital
    2001
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Saint Louis University Hospital
    2005
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Saint Louis University Hospital
    2009
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. James Scharff, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Scharff accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Scharff accepts here.

Dr. Scharff frequently sees patients for Partial Lung Collapse.

Yes, Dr. Scharff speaks German. See Dr. Scharff's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Scharff has a star rating of 4.5/5 and has been reviewed 17 times.

Dr. Scharff is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Scharff has been practicing as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for 24 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

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