Stephen Ponas, M.D.
NPI 1205832706 · Urology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Ponas, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1205832706).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205832706
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 22477 (AZ)
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
21 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
2,812 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 660 | $3 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 584 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 538 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 269 | $87 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 263 | $16 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 767 | 257 |
| Finasteride | 353 | 118 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 265 | 79 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 156 | 42 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 119 | 42 |
| Levofloxacin | 88 | 75 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,300 across 53 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
- 2005-06-21
- Last updated
- 2022-03-18
- Certified
- 2022-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Ponas's NPI number?
- Stephen Ponas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205832706, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Ponas's specialty?
- Stephen Ponas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Ponas located?
- Stephen Ponas's practice location on file with NPPES is 5133 N Central Ave Ste 206, Phoenix, AZ 85012-1438.
- What is Stephen Ponas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Ponas is (602) 264-0608.
- Does Stephen Ponas accept Medicare?
- Stephen Ponas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Ponas's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Ponas's NPI (1205832706) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.