Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Free, PAC MPAS
Physician Assistant · Wilmington, NC
- NPI 1225091796
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.4 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2716 Ashton Dr
Wilmington, NC 284122489
(910) 332-3800
fax (910) 251-0421
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 20, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #1021210
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225091796. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,125
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$67,412
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 407 | 314 | $74 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 146 | 146 | $42 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 124 | 28 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 113 | 108 | $104 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 70 | 62 | $32 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 63 | 63 | $92 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 53 | 53 | $43 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 35 | 33 | $114 | |
72070 |
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views | 25 | 24 | $27 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 24 | 12 | $27 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 91 peers in this city , average services per provider: 128. This provider delivers 8.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
611
Patients
335
Total drug cost
$4,825
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 160 | 83 | $1,702 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 130 | 53 | $443 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 65 | 47 | $207 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 59 | 46 | $611 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 52 | 25 | $510 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 42 | 31 | $420 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 28 | 22 | $286 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 27 | 0 | $329 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 17 | 15 | $16 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 13 | $99 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Free's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Free practices Physician Assistant in Wilmington, NC.
Where does Dr. Stephen Free practice?
Dr. Stephen Free practices at 2716 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 284122489. Office phone: 9103323800.
What is Dr. Stephen Free's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Free's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225091796, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Free accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Free accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Free commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views (HCPCS 72110); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.