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STEPHEN C GALE MD
NPI 1407862410
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Boise, ID

Active since July 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
999 N CURTIS ROAD, STE 415, BOISE, ID 83706(208) 302-2600(208) 302-2625 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 24, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 24, 2018, Feb 13, 2017, Dec 29, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Stephen C Gale Md NPPES

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

STEPHEN C GALE MD (NPI 1407862410) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Boise, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (M-14304) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwest Texas Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407862410
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN C GALECredential: MD
Location Address999 N CURTIS ROAD, STE 415Boise, ID 83706
Mailing Address3340 E Goldstone WayMeridian, ID 83642 · (208) 302-2600 · Fax (208) 302-2625
Phone(208) 302-2600
Fax(208) 302-2625
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 24, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1407862410 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in ID · M-14304
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License M5718 (TX), 40382 (AZ)
999 N CURTIS ROAD, Boise, ID 83706
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephen C Gale 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 ID1052386273
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060908000377
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 Gale reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Conroe Montgomery Physicians Group, PLLC
1,465 mi
Family Medicine
508 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 200
Conroe, TX 77304
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518220094 (936) 760-4600
Acute Care Surgical Affiliates Of Texas PA
1,515 mi
Surgery
600 ELIZABETH ST
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 130 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407322415 (916) 441-0400

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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
49 services24 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
17 services17 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
16 services13 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northwest Texas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Amarillo, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450209
Location1501 S Coulter StAmarillo, TX 79106 · Potter County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe

Acute Care Hospitals · Conroe, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450222
Location504 Medical Center BlvdConroe, TX 77304 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Gale's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Gale is 1407862410. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Where is Stephen Gale located?

Stephen Gale practices at 999 N Curtis Road Ste 415, Boise, ID 83706. The listed phone number is (208) 302-2600.

What is Stephen Gale's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Stephen Gale enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Gale 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 Gale's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Gale reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Conroe Montgomery Physicians Group, PLLC (Conroe, TX) and Acute Care Surgical Affiliates Of Texas PA (Corpus Christi, TX). 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 Gale's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Stephen Gale accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Stephen Gale 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 Gale affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Gale is affiliated with Northwest Texas Hospital and Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Gale was last updated on September 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.