Stephen Pflugfelder, M.D.
NPI 1851380216 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Pflugfelder, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1851380216).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851380216
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L2770 (TX)
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
751 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 329 | $90 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 225 | $127 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 40 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 33 | $550 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 30 | $172 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 29 | $150 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 306 | 92 |
| Fluorometholone | 147 | 60 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 140 | 61 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 80 | 33 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 76 | 38 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 52 | 40 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 48 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33,713 across 18 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
- 2005-10-18
- Last updated
- 2020-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-11-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Pflugfelder's NPI number?
- Stephen Pflugfelder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851380216, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Pflugfelder's specialty?
- Stephen Pflugfelder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Pflugfelder located?
- Stephen Pflugfelder's practice location on file with NPPES is 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2717.
- What is Stephen Pflugfelder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Pflugfelder is (713) 798-6100.
- Does Stephen Pflugfelder accept Medicare?
- Stephen Pflugfelder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Pflugfelder's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Pflugfelder's NPI (1851380216) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.