Scott M Schlesinger, MD
Scott M Schlesinger, MD runs an independent specialist practice in Little Rock, AR. Trained at University of Arkansas College of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 1993dNPPES updated 2020-11-19 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5800 W 10th St St 205, Little Rock, AR 72204
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.72%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.6 pts)
21.72% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
194
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
79
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
221
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$182 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Scott M Schlesinger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 18, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
Po Box 53985, Lafayette, LA 70505-3985
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 144009
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Specialist Care With Scott M Schlesinger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Scott M Schlesinger for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Little Rock 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 Scott M Schlesinger
NPI records show Dr. Schlesinger as active with telehealth listed in Little Rock, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 661-0077.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Scott M Schlesinger
Practice Location
5800 W 10th St St 205, Little Rock, AR 72204
Mailing Address
Po Box 53985, Lafayette, LA 70505-3985
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