Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Stephenson, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Greenville, SC
- NPI 1821043092
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
890 W Faris RD, Suite 320
Greenville, SC 296054253
(864) 455-1200
fax (864) 455-1209 - Mailing address
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300 E McBee Ave Fl 4
Greenville, SC 296012842
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 20, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #10394
- Medicaid
- SC #103943
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821043092. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
717
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$78,105
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 293 | 183 | $34 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 116 | 41 | $47 | |
36561 |
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) | 36 | 36 | $299 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 36 | 36 | $17 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 26 | 24 | $79 | |
31628 |
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe | 24 | 24 | $47 | |
31629 |
Needle biopsy of windpipe cartilage, airway, and/or lung using an endoscope | 24 | 24 | $174 | |
31623 |
Exam of lung airways using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $0 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 22 | 22 | $126 | |
32663 |
Exam of lung with removal of lung lobe using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $516 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Greenville Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 31. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$67
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $46.52 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $20.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
41
Patients
12
Total drug cost
$310
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 18 | 12 | $75 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $161 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $74 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Stephenson's medical specialty?
Dr. James Stephenson practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Greenville, SC.
Where does Dr. James Stephenson practice?
Dr. James Stephenson practices at 890 W Faris RD, Greenville, SC 296054253. Office phone: 8644551200.
What is Dr. James Stephenson's NPI?
Dr. James Stephenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821043092, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Stephenson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Stephenson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Stephenson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36561). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.