Stephen Kouba, M.D.
NPI 1073588620 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Fayetteville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Kouba, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Fayetteville, NC (NPI 1073588620).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073588620
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29766 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,082 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 265 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 264 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 245 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 65 | $155 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 57 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 84 | 43 |
| Meloxicam | 68 | 17 |
| Celecoxib | 58 | 13 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 40 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 36 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 30 | 13 |
| Methylprednisolone | 25 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-17
- Last updated
- 2025-08-19
- Certified
- 2025-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Kouba's NPI number?
- Stephen Kouba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073588620, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Kouba's specialty?
- Stephen Kouba is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Kouba located?
- Stephen Kouba's practice location on file with NPPES is 1219 Walter Reed Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28304-4437.
- What is Stephen Kouba's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Kouba is (910) 609-5000.
- Does Stephen Kouba accept Medicare?
- Stephen Kouba is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Kouba's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Kouba's NPI (1073588620) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.