Stephen Paul, M.D.
NPI 1821060286 · Gastroenterology Physician · Valparaiso, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Paul, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Valparaiso, IN (NPI 1821060286).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821060286
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01038315 (IN)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,722 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 491 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 210 | $84 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 173 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 171 | $231 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 167 | $101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 734 | 227 |
| Omeprazole | 537 | 166 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 259 | 85 |
| Famotidine | 259 | 74 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 247 | 68 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 163 | 45 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 160 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,148 across 183 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 650 Dickinson Rd Ste ZChesterton, IN 46304-3387Phone: (219) 464-9507Fax: (219) 477-4690
- 2206 Roosevelt Rd Ste BValparaiso, IN 46383-9618Phone: (219) 464-9507Fax: (219) 477-4690
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-01
- Last updated
- 2020-09-14
- Certified
- 2020-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Paul's NPI number?
- Stephen Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821060286, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Paul's specialty?
- Stephen Paul is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Paul located?
- Stephen Paul's practice location on file with NPPES is 2206 Roosevelt Rd Ste a, Valparaiso, IN 46383.
- What is Stephen Paul's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Paul is (219) 464-9507.
- Does Stephen Paul accept Medicare?
- Stephen Paul is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Paul's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Paul's NPI (1821060286) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.