Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steven Kessler, D.O.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1689611626
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.6 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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979 E. Third Street, Suite C-825
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 778-4830
fax (423) 778-6154 - Mailing address
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975 E 3Rd St, Attn: Provider Enrollment
Chattanooga, TN 374032147
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 30, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #2043 · New York #211797
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689611626. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
643
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$74,733
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 99 | 78 | $81 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 70 | 68 | $223 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 67 | 48 | $46 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 57 | 55 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 43 | 41 | $119 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 39 | 39 | $122 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 38 | 36 | $80 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 32 | $158 | |
43264 |
Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope | 30 | 21 | $78 | |
74328 |
Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope | 30 | 21 | $22 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Chattanooga Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,219
Transactions
98
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 30 | $431.63 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 18 | $249.53 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 9 | $170.12 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 9 | $161.50 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 10 | $138.34 | |
| 3-D Matrix, INC. | 1 | $124.78 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $121.86 | |
| Cerapedics INC. | 1 | $116.36 | |
| Endogastric Solutions, INC | 1 | $89.71 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $83.78 | |
| Aimmune Therapeutics, INC. | 3 | $74.71 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $62.37 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $60.24 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 3 | $48.77 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $43.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
822
Patients
267
Total drug cost
$365,478
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 255 | 80 | $2,938 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 93 | 25 | $63,951 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 83 | 79 | $14,550 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 80 | 28 | $1,301 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 75 | 13 | $572 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 33 | 31 | $462 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $244,240 |
| Budesonide Ec (Budesonide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $8,963 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 24 | 0 | $4,779 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 22 | 0 | $434 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Kessler's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Kessler practices Gastroenterology Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Steven Kessler practice?
Dr. Steven Kessler practices at 979 E. Third Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403. Office phone: 4237784830.
What is Dr. Steven Kessler's NPI?
Dr. Steven Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689611626, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steven Kessler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steven Kessler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Kessler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.