Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Fresno, CA
- NPI 1760465496
- MIPS 85.8 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1630 E Herndon Ave
Fresno, CA 937203305
(559) 256-5200
fax (559) 256-5376
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 9, 2008
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G69020
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1760465496. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,573
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$131,253
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7329 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 2,625 | 38 | $9 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 940 | 115 | $1 | |
J7318 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 900 | 14 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 194 | 149 | $93 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 160 | 106 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 159 | 141 | $132 | |
73721 |
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast | 96 | 48 | $113 | |
73221 |
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast | 88 | 43 | $112 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 84 | 69 | $44 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 52 | 49 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Fresno Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 157. This provider delivers 35× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,676
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthrex, INC. | 8 | $1,045.63 | |
| Cornerstone Medical Associates, INC. | 7 | $630.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
63
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$225
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 38 | 15 | $113 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 25 | 0 | $112 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Thaxter's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Thaxter practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Fresno, CA.
Where does Dr. Steven Thaxter practice?
Dr. Steven Thaxter practices at 1630 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA 937203305. Office phone: 5592565200.
What is Dr. Steven Thaxter's NPI?
Dr. Steven Thaxter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760465496, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Thaxter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7329); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7318). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.