Michael Stefl, MD
NPI 1275943334 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Ames, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Stefl, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Ames, IA (NPI 1275943334).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275943334
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46357 (IA)
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
12 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
1,819 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 619 | $84 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 432 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $118 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 143 | $1,140 |
| 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 | 143 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 302 | 279 |
| Cephalexin | 202 | 127 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 67 | 50 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 66 | 56 |
| Celecoxib | 35 | 25 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 22 | 14 |
| Meloxicam | 22 | 12 |
| Omeprazole | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13,009 across 15 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
- 2014-04-29
- Last updated
- 2021-02-24
- Certified
- 2021-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Stefl's NPI number?
- Michael Stefl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275943334, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Stefl's specialty?
- Michael Stefl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Stefl located?
- Michael Stefl's practice location on file with NPPES is 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-5469.
- What is Michael Stefl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Stefl is (515) 239-4475.
- Does Michael Stefl accept Medicare?
- Michael Stefl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Stefl's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Stefl's NPI (1275943334) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.