Summary

Dr. Brett Scharf is a family medicine physician with dual specialty training in emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Altoona Hospital. With over four decades of medical practice, Dr. Scharf brings extensive clinical experience to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Scharf practices at locations in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital affiliations with Conemaugh Nason Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating substance use disorders and teen substance use concerns. He also addresses general health issues such as weakness and fatigue. Additionally, Dr. Scharf performs strength training assessments and hepatitis B virus testing as part of his comprehensive care approach. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.9 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 41 years of experience
  • 87 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Altoona Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Brett Lawrence Scharf has 2 locations

Upmc Mainline Medical Associates

1400 9th AveAltoona, PA 16602
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Altoona

620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brett Lawrence Scharf

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AlwaysCare
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • ArchCare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Keystone First
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Magellan Health
  • March Vision Care
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Vibra Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brett Lawrence Scharf has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brett Lawrence Scharf has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Altoona Hospital

Medical School

New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1989
New York College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Brett Scharf affiliated with?
Dr. Brett Scharf is affiliated with Conemaugh Nason Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Brett Scharf's office located?
Dr. Brett Scharf's office is located at 1400 9th Ave, Altoona, PA, 16602.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brett Scharf?
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What languages does Dr. Brett Scharf speak?
Dr. Brett Scharf speaks English.
Does Dr. Brett Scharf accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brett Scharf accepts on their Vitals profile.

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