Steven Punzell, M.D.
NPI 1437505203 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Punzell, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1437505203).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437505203
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 218123 (NC)
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
10 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
1,256 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 784 | $72 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 220 | $104 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 107 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 41 | $85 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 196 | 74 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 129 | 51 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 128 | 61 |
| Pregabalin | 79 | 39 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 79 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 68 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$389 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-10
- Last updated
- 2025-02-10
- Certified
- 2025-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Punzell's NPI number?
- Steven Punzell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437505203, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Punzell's specialty?
- Steven Punzell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Punzell located?
- Steven Punzell's practice location on file with NPPES is 3 Walden Ridge Dr Ste 100, Asheville, NC 28803-8587.
- What is Steven Punzell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Punzell is (828) 350-9310.
- Does Steven Punzell accept Medicare?
- Steven Punzell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Punzell's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Punzell's NPI (1437505203) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.