Steve Vacalis, D.O.
NPI 1871580399 · Family Medicine Physician · Gastonia, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steve Vacalis, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Gastonia, NC (NPI 1871580399).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871580399
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9901066 (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
665 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 | 378 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 101 | $162 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 62 | $30 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 49 | $13 |
| Smoking and Tobacco Use Intensive Counseling, 4-10 Minutes99406 | 27 | $13 |
| Administration of Pneumococcal VaccineG0009 | 25 | $30 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 133 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 559 | 165 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 424 | 100 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 355 | 100 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 326 | 97 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 319 | 93 |
| Lisinopril | 284 | 79 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27,009 across 67 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
- 2005-09-30
- Last updated
- 2011-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steve Vacalis's NPI number?
- Steve Vacalis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871580399, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steve Vacalis's specialty?
- Steve Vacalis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steve Vacalis located?
- Steve Vacalis's practice location on file with NPPES is 2711 X Ray Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054-7491.
- What is Steve Vacalis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steve Vacalis is (704) 834-2420.
- Does Steve Vacalis accept Medicare?
- Steve Vacalis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steve Vacalis's NPI active?
- Yes — Steve Vacalis's NPI (1871580399) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.