Steven Butler, M.D.
NPI 1174514228 · Nephrology Physician · Kingsport, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Butler, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Kingsport, TN (NPI 1174514228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174514228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 021779 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
852 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 182 | $76 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 137 | $67 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 132 | $61 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 94 | $303 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 83 | $42 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | 164 | 49 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 79 | 24 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 67 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium | 66 | 23 |
| Spironolactone | 43 | 15 |
| Famotidine | 37 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 36 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$325 across 16 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-28
- Last updated
- 2020-01-28
- Certified
- 2020-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Butler's NPI number?
- Steven Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174514228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Butler's specialty?
- Steven Butler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Butler located?
- Steven Butler's practice location on file with NPPES is 2002 Brookside Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660-4634.
- What is Steven Butler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Butler is (423) 245-6000.
- Does Steven Butler accept Medicare?
- Steven Butler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Butler's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Butler's NPI (1174514228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.