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DR. STEPHEN D. WATSON M.D., PHD.
NPI 1265625321
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Easley, SC

Active since August 22, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201A RICHARD ST., EASLEY, SC 29640(864) 343-4190 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen D. Watson M.d., Phd. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN D. WATSON M.D., PHD. (NPI 1265625321) is an individual pain medicine provider in Easley, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (93018) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Tampa, and is a graduate of Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265625321
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN D. WATSONCredential: M.D., PHD.
Location Address201A RICHARD ST.Easley, SC 29640
Mailing Address10903 Sheldon RdTampa, FL 33626-4702 · (813) 920-3022 · Fax (813) 920-7666
Phone(864) 343-4190
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 2024
NPPES CertifiedOctober 4, 2024
✔ NPI 1265625321 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 93018
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Also ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X · License 35-06-3329 (OH), ME105674 (FL)
201A RICHARD ST., Easley, SC 29640
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 110903 Sheldon RdTampa, FL 33626-4702 · Phone (813) 920-3022 · Fax (813) 920-7666

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0884691OH

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Stephen D. Watson M.d., Phd. 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 ID2365499050
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230921000383
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Stephen Watson reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Premier Pain Solutions PLLC
54 mi
Pain Medicine
9 WALDEN RIDGE DR STE 10
Asheville, NC 28803
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710336243 (833) 365-7246
Summerfield Medical Clinic MD PA
486 mi
Multi-Specialty
13055 SUMMERFIELD SQUARE DR
Riverview, FL 33578
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568780492 (813) 813-5462

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.
255 services29 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.
111 services19 patients
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305
Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
78 services33 patients

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 Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Watson is 1265625321. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2007.

Where is Stephen Watson located?

Stephen Watson practices at 201A Richard St., Easley, SC 29640. The listed phone number is (864) 343-4190.

What is Stephen Watson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Stephen Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Watson 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Stephen Watson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Watson reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Premier Pain Solutions PLLC (Asheville, NC) and Summerfield Medical Clinic MD PA (Riverview, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Stephen Watson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Watson was last updated on October 4, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.