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DR. STEPHEN DENNIS WARD MD
NPI 1215964184
Ophthalmology in Dayton, OH

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.77/100
CMS Quality Rating
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE, LOWER LEVEL, DAYTON, OH 45429(937) 299-9700(937) 299-9778 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen Dennis Ward Md NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN DENNIS WARD MD (NPI 1215964184) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Dayton, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (74465) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215964184
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN DENNIS WARDCredential: MD
Location Address3017 WILMINGTON PIKE, LOWER LEVELDayton, OH 45429-4001
Mailing Address3017 Wilmington Pike, Lower LevelDayton, OH 45429-4001 · (937) 299-9700 · Fax (937) 299-9778
Phone(937) 299-9700
Fax(937) 299-9778
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1215964184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 74465
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE, Dayton, OH 45429
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Stephen Dennis Ward Md 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 ID4183800428
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110520000272
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 9

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.
433 services409 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
182 services133 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
131 services130 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
50 services32 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
49 services48 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
48 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kettering Health Dayton

Acute Care Hospitals · Dayton, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360133
Location405 Grand AvenueDayton, OH 45405 · Montgomery County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45429 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

91.77/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality95.53
Improvement Activities40
Cost78.55

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Counseling on Antioxidant Supplement
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) formulation for…
3%63 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who had a dilated macular examination performed which included documentation of the presence or absence of macular thickening or geographic atrophy or…
100%63 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Cataracts: 20/40 or Better Visual Acuity within 90 Days Following Cataract Surgery
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of uncomplicated cataract who had cataract surgery and no significant ocular conditions impacting the visual outcome of surgery and had best-corrected visual acuity of 20/40 or better (distance…
1%99 patients
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
95%386 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed with documented communication to the physician who manages the ongoing care of the patient with diabetes mellitus…
97%112 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Documentation of Presence or Absence of Macular Edema and Level of Severity of Retinopathy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed which included documentation of the level of severity of retinopathy and the presence or absence of macular edema during…
96%119 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
82%3,166 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%202 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
94%48 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
61%1,726 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 75% · 463 patients
80%471 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
76%157 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
89%1,727 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
59%1,726 patients4/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 1,239 patients
2%1,239 patients4/55-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 6

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

DR ROSE & WARD MD INC
Ophthalmology
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE, LOWER LEVEL
DAYTON, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 299-9700
DR. KARL G ROSE M.D.
Family Medicine
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE
KETTERING, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 294-2555
DR. CATHERINE M ROSE MD
Ophthalmology
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE, LOWER LEVEL
DAYTON, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 299-9700
DR. BERNARD J ROSE M.D.
Family Medicine
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE
KETTERING, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 294-2555
KARL G. ROSE M.D., INC.
Family Medicine
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE
KETTERING, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 294-2555
BEAVERTOWN CLINIC INC
Family Medicine
3017 WILMINGTON PIKE
KETTERING, OH 45429
Montgomery County (937) 294-2555

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 Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ward is 1215964184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is Stephen Ward located?

Stephen Ward practices at 3017 Wilmington Pike Lower Level, Dayton, OH 45429. The listed phone number is (937) 299-9700.

What is Stephen Ward's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Stephen Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Ward 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.

What insurance does Stephen Ward accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and MedMutual and 1 other insurer list Stephen Ward as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Stephen Ward affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Ward is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Ward was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.