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Dr. Stephen Tafor, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pain Medicine Physician · Anesthesiology Physician · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Macon, GA
- NPI 1700844321
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
101 Preston CT, Suite 103
Macon, GA 312105772
(478) 745-2385
fax (478) 745-1225
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 18, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0014X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #57329
- Medicaid (2)
- GA #781749283E · GA #781749283D
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700844321. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,413
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$355,117
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,919 | 373 | $81 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 773 | 293 | $58 | |
G0481 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 573 | 298 | $149 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 220 | 117 | $12 | |
99153 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes | 201 | 102 | $10 | |
96138 |
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes | 75 | 75 | $28 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 62 | 51 | $94 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 56 | 42 | $125 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 50 | 42 | $120 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 47 | 34 | $98 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Macon Interventional Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,929
Transactions
75
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 28 | $1,851.80 | |
| Curonix LLC | 11 | $1,502.39 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, INC. | 18 | $194.96 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 12 | $149.21 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $122.41 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $54.04 | |
| Vertos Medical, INC. | 1 | $40.78 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $13.60 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,827
Patients
1,056
Total drug cost
$204,116
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 2,823 | 496 | $80,842 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 767 | 153 | $27,369 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 353 | 58 | $11,518 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 224 | 45 | $6,560 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 103 | 13 | $7,961 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 99 | 65 | $1,673 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 78 | 40 | $670 |
| Belbuca (Buprenorphine Hcl) | Brand | 63 | 44 | $39,672 |
| Buprenorphine | Generic | 63 | 39 | $23,036 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 62 | 11 | $709 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Tafor's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Tafor practices Interventional Pain Medicine Physician in Macon, GA.
Where does Dr. Stephen Tafor practice?
Dr. Stephen Tafor practices at 101 Preston CT, Macon, GA 312105772. Office phone: 4787452385.
What is Dr. Stephen Tafor's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Tafor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700844321, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Tafor accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Tafor accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Tafor commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers (HCPCS 80307); Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms (HCPCS G0481). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.