Stephen Stechschulte, MD
NPI 1568455830 · Ophthalmology Physician · Prairie Village, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Stechschulte, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Prairie Village, KS (NPI 1568455830).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568455830
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2000165901 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
2,169 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 773 | $120 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 373 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 184 | $124 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 176 | $35 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 148 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 130 | $510 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 631 | 142 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 397 | 94 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 364 | 235 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 217 | 188 |
| Timolol Maleate | 174 | 50 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 133 | 39 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 116 | 107 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
- 2005-08-23
- Last updated
- 2011-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Stechschulte's NPI number?
- Stephen Stechschulte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568455830, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Stechschulte's specialty?
- Stephen Stechschulte is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Stechschulte located?
- Stephen Stechschulte's practice location on file with NPPES is 9009 Roe Ave, Prairie Village, KS 66207-2202.
- What is Stephen Stechschulte's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Stechschulte is (913) 385-9009.
- Does Stephen Stechschulte accept Medicare?
- Stephen Stechschulte is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Stechschulte's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Stechschulte's NPI (1568455830) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.