Steven Alter, MD
NPI 1740250406 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · North Chelmsford, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Alter, MD is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in North Chelmsford, MA (NPI 1740250406).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740250406
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 159107 (MA)
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
3,638 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 | 1,079 | $99 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 611 | $27 |
| X-Ray of Finger, Minimum of 2 Views73140 | 376 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, 2 Views73100 | 288 | $25 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 239 | $122 |
| X-Ray of Hand, 2 Views73120 | 142 | $25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Naproxen | 86 | 66 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 57 | 35 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 54 | 40 |
| Prednisone | 27 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 27 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 23 | — |
| Meloxicam | 22 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$196 across 4 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
- 2006-01-25
- Last updated
- 2015-02-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Alter's NPI number?
- Steven Alter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740250406, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Alter's specialty?
- Steven Alter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Alter located?
- Steven Alter's practice location on file with NPPES is 14 Research Pl, North Chelmsford, MA 01863-2412.
- What is Steven Alter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Alter is (978) 454-0706.
- Does Steven Alter accept Medicare?
- Steven Alter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Alter's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Alter's NPI (1740250406) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-02-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.