Stephen Updegraff, MD
NPI 1245232446 · Ophthalmology Physician · St Petersburg, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Updegraff, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in St Petersburg, FL (NPI 1245232446).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245232446
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0067224 (FL)
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
7 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,160 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 293 | $532 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 274 | $307 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 229 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 69 | $169 |
| Complex Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66982 | 55 | $739 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 402 | 245 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 345 | 221 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 154 | 147 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 69 | 58 |
| Latanoprost | 30 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 14 | 13 |
| Tobramycin | 12 | — |
| Fluorometholone Acetatebrand: Flarex |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$54 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (6)
- 6002 Pointe West BlvdBradenton, FL 34209-5531Phone: (941) 792-2020
- 2203 61st St WBradenton, FL 34209-5528Phone: (239) 466-2020
- 7915 US Highway 301 N Ste 101Ellenton, FL 34222-3532Phone: (239) 466-2020
- 8787 Bryan Dairy Rd Ste 260Largo, FL 33777-1252Phone: (864) 657-6706
- 2111 Bee Ridge RdSarasota, FL 34239-6104Phone: (239) 466-2020
- 3894 Sun City Center BlvdSun City Center, FL 33573-6806Phone: (239) 466-2020
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-01
- Last updated
- 2026-04-30
- Certified
- 2026-04-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Updegraff's NPI number?
- Stephen Updegraff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245232446, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Updegraff's specialty?
- Stephen Updegraff is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Updegraff located?
- Stephen Updegraff's practice location on file with NPPES is 1601 38th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33713-1926.
- What is Stephen Updegraff's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Updegraff is (727) 822-4287.
- Does Stephen Updegraff accept Medicare?
- Stephen Updegraff is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Updegraff's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Updegraff's NPI (1245232446) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.