Stephen Schindler, M.D.
NPI 1780753152 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Schindler, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1780753152).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780753152
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34072 (KY)
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
1,109 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 | 445 | $31 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 115 | $117 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 113 | $238 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 104 | $83 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 70 | $76 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 695 | 179 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 274 | 268 |
| Famotidine | 132 | 32 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 109 | 33 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 106 | 24 |
| Omeprazole | 87 | 28 |
| Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,235 across 69 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
- 2006-11-07
- Last updated
- 2011-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Schindler's NPI number?
- Stephen Schindler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780753152, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Schindler's specialty?
- Stephen Schindler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Schindler located?
- Stephen Schindler's practice location on file with NPPES is 2620 Wilhite Dr, Lexington, KY 40503-3385.
- What is Stephen Schindler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Schindler is (859) 278-6031.
- Does Stephen Schindler accept Medicare?
- Stephen Schindler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Schindler's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Schindler's NPI (1780753152) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.