Stephen Kucera, M.D.
NPI 1306053020 · Gastroenterology Physician · Sarasota, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Kucera, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Sarasota, FL (NPI 1306053020).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306053020
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME97935 (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
19 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
2,389 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 316 | $53 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 250 | $227 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 234 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 224 | $121 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 185 | $169 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 379 | 134 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 231 | 228 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 176 | 65 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 62 | 58 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 48 | 48 |
| Famotidine | 46 | 17 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$314 across 13 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
- 2007-05-16
- Last updated
- 2019-12-19
- Certified
- 2019-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Kucera's NPI number?
- Stephen Kucera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306053020, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Kucera's specialty?
- Stephen Kucera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Kucera located?
- Stephen Kucera's practice location on file with NPPES is 1950 Arlington St Ste 101, Sarasota, FL 34239-3508.
- What is Stephen Kucera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Kucera is (941) 262-0400.
- Does Stephen Kucera accept Medicare?
- Stephen Kucera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Kucera's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Kucera's NPI (1306053020) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.