Michael Stephens, MD
NPI 1689635997 · Family Medicine Physician · Arden, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Stephens, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Arden, NC (NPI 1689635997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689635997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9500237 (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
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
678 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 175 | $87 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 139 | $16 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 138 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 95 | $121 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 | 68 | $34 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 101 | 48 |
| Prednisone | 96 | 93 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 72 | 18 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 64 | 62 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 56 | 23 |
| Amoxicillin | 48 | 47 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 across 1 record (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
- 2006-03-29
- Last updated
- 2012-07-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Stephens's NPI number?
- Michael Stephens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689635997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Stephens's specialty?
- Michael Stephens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Stephens located?
- Michael Stephens's practice location on file with NPPES is 2161 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704.
- What is Michael Stephens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Stephens is (828) 258-8681.
- Does Michael Stephens accept Medicare?
- Michael Stephens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Stephens's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Stephens's NPI (1689635997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.