Stephen Free, PAC MPAS
NPI 1225091796 · Physician Assistant · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Free, PAC MPAS is a Physician Assistant provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1225091796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225091796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PAC MPAS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1021210 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
962 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 285 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 198 | $72 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 114 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 73 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 57 | $42 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 156 | 73 |
| Gabapentin | 130 | 69 |
| Methocarbamol | 80 | 57 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 74 | 54 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 42 | 33 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 39 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 30 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-07
- Last updated
- 2012-07-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Free's NPI number?
- Stephen Free's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225091796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Free's specialty?
- Stephen Free is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Stephen Free located?
- Stephen Free's practice location on file with NPPES is 2716 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412-2489.
- What is Stephen Free's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Free is (910) 332-3800.
- Does Stephen Free accept Medicare?
- Stephen Free is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Free's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Free's NPI (1225091796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.