Steven Kessler, D.O.
NPI 1689611626 · Gastroenterology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Kessler, D.O. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1689611626).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689611626
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 211797 (NY)
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
588 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 93 | $223 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 90 | $82 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 69 | $83 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 64 | $46 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 53 | $122 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 242 | 75 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 113 | 33 |
| Omeprazole | 91 | 28 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 79 | — |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 57 | 55 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 51 | 14 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,219 across 110 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
- 2006-05-31
- Last updated
- 2014-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Kessler's NPI number?
- Steven Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689611626, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Kessler's specialty?
- Steven Kessler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Kessler located?
- Steven Kessler's practice location on file with NPPES is 979 E. Third Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403.
- What is Steven Kessler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Kessler is (423) 778-4830.
- Does Steven Kessler accept Medicare?
- Steven Kessler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Kessler's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Kessler's NPI (1689611626) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.