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STEPHEN LOUIS KUCHENBECKER
NPI 1023094984
Surgery in Santa Monica, CA

Active since December 21, 2005PECOS Enrolled
74.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 460 W, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 829-9400(310) 829-6764 Get Directions Write a Review

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

About Stephen Louis Kuchenbecker NPPES

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

STEPHEN LOUIS KUCHENBECKER (NPI 1023094984) is an individual surgery provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (G30063) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023094984
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN LOUIS KUCHENBECKER
Location Address2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 460 WSanta Monica, CA 90404
Mailing Address2001 Santa Monica Blvd, 460 WSanta Monica, CA 90404 · (310) 829-9400 · Fax (310) 829-6764
Phone(310) 829-9400
Fax(310) 829-6764
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateDecember 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1023094984 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G30063
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephen Louis Kuchenbecker 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 ID3870510605
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051031000609
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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
527 services183 patients
Injection of hemorrhoid 46500
An injection for hemorrhoids involves administering a substance into the swollen tissue to reduce its size. It's a simple, quick procedure, performed in a doctor's office, to help alleviate discomfort and inflammation.
454 services152 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
59 services59 patients
Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope 46600
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to examine the anal area. It helps detect any abnormal conditions or issues. It's a safe, routine exam performed by a healthcare professional.
40 services30 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

74.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality48.33
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%985 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Functional Outcome Assessment
100%977 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

STEVEN H. SILVERS, D.P.M.
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 983W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-2299
GREGORY J COLMAN MD
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-4484
MILTON KRISILOFF MD
Urology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1165 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-7766
SANTA MONICA BAY AREA PHYSICIANS
Family Medicine
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 1070
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 315-7900
LAUREN L REAGER A CALIFORNIA MEDICAL CORPORATION
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-4484
ABERGEL INSTITUTE
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1250 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-2005
PETER M LOISIDES MD, INC
Urology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 590W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-0039
MR. PAUL LAWRENCE SMITH MD
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Los Angeles County (310) 829-4484

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 Stephen Kuchenbecker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Kuchenbecker is 1023094984. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 21, 2005.

Where is Stephen Kuchenbecker located?

Stephen Kuchenbecker practices at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd 460 W, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 829-9400.

What is Stephen Kuchenbecker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Stephen Kuchenbecker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Kuchenbecker 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Kuchenbecker 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 24 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.