Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steven Wardell, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Palos Heights, IL
- NPI 1639177652
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 67.1 / 100 · 2023
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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7600 W College Dr
Palos Heights, IL 604631001
(708) 361-0600
fax (708) 923-2529
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 30, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036089118
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639177652. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
18,322
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$707,154
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7329 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 11,925 | 136 | $9 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 665 | 246 | $108 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 624 | 209 | $26 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 621 | 126 | $7 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 591 | 426 | $134 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 530 | 367 | $49 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 430 | 176 | $21 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 403 | 240 | $49 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 372 | 189 | $43 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 346 | 264 | $95 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 558. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,906
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 6 | $1,906.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,285
Patients
621
Total drug cost
$9,923
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 592 | 257 | $2,902 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 214 | 82 | $3,912 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 174 | 86 | $222 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 128 | 88 | $1,608 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 68 | 52 | $316 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 45 | 18 | $687 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 33 | 15 | $52 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 31 | 23 | $224 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Wardell's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Wardell practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Palos Heights, IL.
Where does Dr. Steven Wardell practice?
Dr. Steven Wardell practices at 7600 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 604631001. Office phone: 7083610600.
What is Dr. Steven Wardell's NPI?
Dr. Steven Wardell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639177652, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steven Wardell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steven Wardell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Wardell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7329); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance (HCPCS 20611); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.