Stephen Ernst, MD
NPI 1245627462 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Rockingham, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Ernst, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Rockingham, VA (NPI 1245627462).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245627462
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A169582 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
713 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 196 | $172 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 156 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 117 | $122 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 97 | $58 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 63 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 114 | 37 |
| Meloxicam | 38 | 17 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 20 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 27 | 22 |
| Ibuprofen | 20 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 15 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 14 | 12 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,991 across 6 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 (2)
- 6801 Park Ter # 140Los Angeles, CA 90045-1543Phone: (310) 665-7200
- 7703 Floyd Curl DrMc 7774San Antonio, TX 78229-3901Phone: (210) 567-5125
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-26
- Last updated
- 2021-10-01
- Certified
- 2021-10-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Ernst's NPI number?
- Stephen Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245627462, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Ernst's specialty?
- Stephen Ernst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Ernst located?
- Stephen Ernst's practice location on file with NPPES is 2509 Pleasant Run Dr, Rockingham, VA 22801-8720.
- What is Stephen Ernst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Ernst is (540) 689-4500.
- Does Stephen Ernst accept Medicare?
- Stephen Ernst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Ernst's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Ernst's NPI (1245627462) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.