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MR. STERLING A MEZA M.D.
NPI 1003860545
Anesthesiology in Owensboro, KY

Q: What is Sterling Meza's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sterling Meza is 1003860545. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2006.

Q: What is Sterling Meza's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sterling Meza was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since May 20, 2006PECOS Enrolled

63.63/100

CMS Quality Rating

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460, OWENSBORO, KY 42303(270) 684-5005(270) 926-4432 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Mr. Sterling A Meza M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MR. STERLING A MEZA M.D. (NPI 1003860545) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Owensboro, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (38019) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003860545

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. STERLING A MEZACredential: M.D.

Location Address815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460Owensboro, KY 42303-3222

Mailing Address7479 Highway 762Philpot, KY 42366-9330 · (270) 684-5005 · Fax (270) 926-4432

Phone(270) 684-5005

Fax(270) 926-4432

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateMay 20, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1003860545 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 38019

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

815 E PARRISH AVE, Owensboro, KY 42303

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid64063753KY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Sterling A Meza M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3779524228

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140708001293

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

32 services32 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

31 services30 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

29 services29 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

26 services26 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

20 services19 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520

Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for access to central vein 00532

Anesthesia for access to a central vein is a medical procedure where a numbing medication is used to minimize discomfort during the insertion of a long, thin tube into a large vein. This tube can be used to deliver medications, fluids, or to collect blood samples.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902

Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.

13 services13 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mercy Hospital Southeast

Acute Care Hospitals · Cape Girardeau, MO

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260110

Location1701 Lacey StCape Girardeau, MO 63701 · Cape Girardeau County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

Acute Care Hospitals · Dexter, MO

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260160

Location1200 N One Mile RdDexter, MO 63841 · Stoddard County

Emergency services

Mercy Hospital Perry

Critical Access Hospitals · Perryville, MO

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number261311

Location434 North West StreetPerryville, MO 63775 · Perry County

Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

63.63/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

20.19

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.59

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LAWRENCE E GERING M.D., P.C.

Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 330
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 689-2372

DEANDREA RICO PERKINS M.D.

Anesthesiology

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 684-5005

MR. JOHN A KELLER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 684-5005

WINDING RIVER HEALTH CARE PSC

Internal Medicine

815 E PARRISH AVE, STE 420
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 852-6600

DR. WILMER MARK ABSHIER M.D.

Internal Medicine

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 230
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 688-1200

LOWELL KENNETH WESTERFIELD MD

Anesthesiology

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 684-5005

MR. JEREMY DEAN MORRIS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

815 E PARRISH AVE, SUITE 460
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 684-5005

OWENSBORO INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES

Specialist

815 E PARRISH AVE, STE 230
OWENSBORO, KY 42303

Daviess County (270) 688-2000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Sterling Meza's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sterling Meza is 1003860545. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2006.

Where is Sterling Meza located?

Sterling Meza practices at 815 E Parrish Ave Suite 460, Owensboro, KY 42303. The listed phone number is (270) 684-5005.

What is Sterling Meza's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Sterling Meza enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sterling Meza is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Sterling Meza affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sterling Meza is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Mercy Hospital Stoddard and Mercy Hospital Perry.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sterling Meza was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.