Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Tower, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Anchorage, AK
- NPI 1710915962
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 65.5 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
301 W Northern Lights Blvd Ste 600
Anchorage, AK 995032650
(907) 771-3500
fax (907) 771-3550 - Mailing address
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2401 E 42Nd Ave Ste 101
Anchorage, AK 995085228
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 29, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alaska #3012
- Medicaid
- AK #MD30121
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710915962. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,468
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$128,717
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 704 | 84 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 215 | 137 | $160 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 169 | 83 | $78 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 121 | 69 | $12 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 103 | 68 | $114 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 41 | 41 | $212 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 36 | 29 | $8 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 29 | 29 | $266 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 21 | 18 | $229 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 17 | 15 | $1,604 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Anchorage Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$108
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Joint Orthopedics, INC. | 1 | $108.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
341
Patients
141
Total drug cost
$10,465
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 116 | 37 | $1,111 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 93 | 26 | $468 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 50 | 26 | $137 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 27 | 22 | $283 |
| Water (Water for Irrigation,Sterile) | Brand | 26 | 14 | $906 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 18 | 16 | $7,488 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $72 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Tower's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Tower practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Anchorage, AK.
Where does Dr. Stephen Tower practice?
Dr. Stephen Tower practices at 301 W Northern Lights Blvd Ste 600, Anchorage, AK 995032650. Office phone: 9077713500.
What is Dr. Stephen Tower's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Tower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710915962, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Tower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Tower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Tower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.