Ralph Stoetzel, M.D.
NPI 1952415267 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tallahassee, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Stoetzel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Tallahassee, FL (NPI 1952415267).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952415267
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 94939 (FL)
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
510 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 | 178 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 126 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 59 | $75 |
| X-Ray Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views Bending Views72120 | 31 | $38 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 25 | $145 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 402 | 102 |
| Meloxicam | 296 | 86 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 231 | 89 |
| Celecoxib | 186 | 46 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 178 | 72 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 168 | 64 |
| Pregabalin | 122 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,439 across 16 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
- 2006-08-17
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Stoetzel's NPI number?
- Ralph Stoetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952415267, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Stoetzel's specialty?
- Ralph Stoetzel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Stoetzel located?
- Ralph Stoetzel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1911 Miccosukee Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308-5321.
- What is Ralph Stoetzel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Stoetzel is (850) 878-2549.
- Does Ralph Stoetzel accept Medicare?
- Ralph Stoetzel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Stoetzel's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Stoetzel's NPI (1952415267) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.