STEVEN M KAPPLER M.D.
NPI 1265490163
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Port St Lucie, FL

Active since May 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE, PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952(772) 398-1800(772) 398-1815 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Steven M Kappler M.d. NPPES

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

STEVEN M KAPPLER M.D. (NPI 1265490163) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Port St Lucie, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME123664) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Port St Lucie.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265490163
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameSTEVEN M KAPPLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1651 SE TIFFANY AVEPort St Lucie, FL 34952-7564
Mailing AddressPo Box 417Stuart, FL 34995-0417 · (772) 223-2832 · Fax (772) 223-5646
Fax(772) 398-1815
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 2020
NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2020
NPI 1265490163 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in FL · ME123664
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE, Port St Lucie, FL 34952

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 110050 SW Innovation WayPort St Lucie, FL 34987-2117 · Phone (772) 344-3811 · Fax (772) 344-3890

Other Identifiers 2

Other150ZWFL · Florida Blue
Medicaid015409600FL

Accepted 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

Steven M Kappler 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 ID5597791145
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151008001476
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 13

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.
430 services374 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
297 services293 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
246 services238 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
194 services193 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.
54 services54 patients
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.
38 services38 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stuart, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100044
Location200 SE Hospital AveStuart, FL 34994 · Martin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cleveland Clinic

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360180
Location9500 Euclid AvenueCleveland, OH 44195 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34952 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
$135.56 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.21 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

89.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Family Medicine
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Family Medicine
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Family Medicine
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL 34952
Physician Assistant
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1651 SE TIFFANY AVE
PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952

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 Steven Kappler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Kappler is 1265490163. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2006.

Where is Steven Kappler located?

Steven Kappler practices at 1651 SE Tiffany Ave, Port St Lucie, FL 34952. The listed phone number is (772) 398-1800.

What is Steven Kappler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Steven Kappler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Kappler 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 Steven Kappler accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Steven Kappler 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 Steven Kappler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Steven Kappler is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital and Cleveland Clinic.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Kappler was last updated on October 13, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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.