Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alex Befeler, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1881602753
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.9 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1225 S Grand Blvd Fl 3
Saint Louis, MO 631041016
(314) 257-3760
fax (314) 257-3761 - Mailing address
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1008 S Spring Ave
Saint Louis, MO 631102520
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 21, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #115805
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881602753. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
423
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$44,550
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 141 | 126 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 90 | 85 | $125 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 87 | 32 | $78 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 24 | 20 | $142 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 20 | 18 | $129 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 19 | 18 | $105 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 16 | 16 | $119 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 15 | 14 | $114 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $137 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 42 peers in Saint Louis Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 7.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$29,788
Transactions
30
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 26 | $29,463.55 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 3 | $182.58 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $141.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,288
Patients
356
Total drug cost
$472,313
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursodiol | Generic | 207 | 51 | $68,993 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 110 | 29 | $15,801 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 109 | 37 | $2,443 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 101 | 20 | $352,493 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 92 | 25 | $1,536 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 91 | 37 | $873 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 90 | 30 | $6,257 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 88 | 30 | $1,556 |
| Cyclosporine Modified (Cyclosporine, Modified) | Brand | 80 | 13 | $14,427 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 75 | 20 | $486 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alex Befeler's medical specialty?
Dr. Alex Befeler practices Gastroenterology Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Alex Befeler practice?
Dr. Alex Befeler practices at 1225 S Grand Blvd Fl 3, Saint Louis, MO 631041016. Office phone: 3142573760.
What is Dr. Alex Befeler's NPI?
Dr. Alex Befeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881602753, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alex Befeler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alex Befeler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alex Befeler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.