STEPHEN LEE PONTON DPM
NPI 1316997042
Podiatrist in Chicago, IL

Active since May 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
58.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500, CHICAGO, IL 60606(847) 504-5000(847) 504-5015 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 22, 2019, Jan 22, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Stephen Lee Ponton Dpm NPPES

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

STEPHEN LEE PONTON DPM (NPI 1316997042) is an individual podiatrist in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (016004115) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316997042
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213E00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN LEE PONTONCredential: DPM
Location Address225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500Chicago, IL 60606-3485
Mailing Address225 W Washington St Ste 1500Chicago, IL 60606-3485 · (847) 504-5000 · Fax (847) 504-5015
Fax(847) 504-5015
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 21, 2025
NPI 1316997042 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213E00000X
Licenses Licensed in IL · 016004115 Licensed in MS · 80087
Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500, Chicago, IL 60606

Other Identifiers 1

OtherP01563139IL · Railroad Medicare

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

Stephen Lee Ponton Dpm 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 ID7719872902
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061004000024, I20190925000186
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 12

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.

Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number G0127
Trimming of dystrophic nails involves the careful cutting and shaping of thickened or deformed nails. This is often required when nails are affected by conditions such as fungus or psoriasis. The procedure helps to reduce discomfort and improve nail health.
1,885 services829 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
1,461 services606 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 11720
This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.
1,392 services583 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
237 services222 patients
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth 11055
This procedure involves the removal of a thickened skin growth that is not cancerous. A healthcare professional will safely extract the growth, usually under local anesthesia. This process helps maintain skin health and prevent potential complications.
148 services106 patients
Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number G0127
Trimming of dystrophic nails involves the careful cutting and shaping of thickened or deformed nails. This is often required when nails are affected by conditions such as fungus or psoriasis. The procedure helps to reduce discomfort and improve nail health.
134 services61 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60606 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
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

58.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.94
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities40
Cost45.25

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%82 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.

Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Podiatrist
225 W WASHINGTON ST STE 1500
CHICAGO, IL 60606

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 Ponton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ponton is 1316997042. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2006.

Where is Stephen Ponton located?

Stephen Ponton practices at 225 W Washington St Ste 1500, Chicago, IL 60606. The listed phone number is (847) 504-5000.

What is Stephen Ponton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

Is Stephen Ponton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Ponton 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 Ponton was last updated on October 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.