Bethann Scarborough, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Bethann Scarborough is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Lancaster, PA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Bethann Scarborough, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 18+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine (class of 2008), she has been practicing for over 18 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 818dNPPES updated 2024-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601-2644
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better58.15%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+53 pts)
58.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.2%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
67
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
78
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
552
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $32k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 25, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Bethann Scarborough
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bethann Scarborough for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Lancaster required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethann Scarborough
NPI records show Dr. Scarborough as active with telehealth listed in Lancaster, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (717) 544-9400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Bethann Scarborough
Practice Location
2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601-2644
Mailing Address
2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601-2644
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