Stephen Layfield
NPI 1255828471 · Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Layfield is a Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1255828471).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255828471
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 67938 (TN)
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
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
374 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 | 78 | $126 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 49 | $41 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study95885 | 48 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 34 | $88 |
| 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 | 34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pregabalin | 64 | 16 |
| Gabapentin | 56 | 22 |
| Prednisone | 52 | 23 |
| Azathioprine | 31 | 11 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 18 | 12 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 17 | — |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$394 across 4 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 (1)
- 11100 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44106-1716Phone: (216) 844-1000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-13
- Last updated
- 2025-06-20
- Certified
- 2025-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Layfield's NPI number?
- Stephen Layfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255828471, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Layfield's specialty?
- Stephen Layfield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Layfield located?
- Stephen Layfield's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-1716.
- What is Stephen Layfield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Layfield is (615) 322-5000.
- Does Stephen Layfield accept Medicare?
- Stephen Layfield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Layfield's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Layfield's NPI (1255828471) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.