Steven Hale, M.D.
NPI 1205059763 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Hale, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1205059763).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205059763
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 202704 (LA)
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
19 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
3,773 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 376 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 337 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 331 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 322 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 160 | $24 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 159 | $65 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 90 | 65 |
| Meloxicam | 81 | 70 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 56 | 46 |
| Amoxicillin | 54 | 40 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 29 | 28 |
| Methylprednisolone | 21 | 21 |
| Celecoxib | 16 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,228 across 18 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
- 2007-04-11
- Last updated
- 2017-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Hale's NPI number?
- Steven Hale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205059763, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Hale's specialty?
- Steven Hale is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Hale located?
- Steven Hale's practice location on file with NPPES is 1747 Imperial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70605-5362.
- What is Steven Hale's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Hale is (337) 721-7293.
- Does Steven Hale accept Medicare?
- Steven Hale is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Hale's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Hale's NPI (1205059763) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.