Paul Hellstern, M.D.
NPI 1649207036 · Gastroenterology Physician · Crystal River, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Hellstern, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Crystal River, FL (NPI 1649207036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649207036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0068219 (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
4,663 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,068 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 971 | $91 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 395 | $80 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 300 | $110 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 283 | $105 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 808 | 281 |
| Omeprazole | 592 | 217 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 433 | 424 |
| Famotidine | 380 | 147 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 292 | 127 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 122 | 39 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 97 | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$264 across 11 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
- 2006-06-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Hellstern's NPI number?
- Paul Hellstern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649207036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Hellstern's specialty?
- Paul Hellstern is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Hellstern located?
- Paul Hellstern's practice location on file with NPPES is 6410 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429-7622.
- What is Paul Hellstern's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Hellstern is (352) 563-2450.
- Does Paul Hellstern accept Medicare?
- Paul Hellstern is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Hellstern's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Hellstern's NPI (1649207036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.