DR. JOHN T STEELE M.D.
NPI 1497866990
Surgery in Escondido, CA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
215 S HICKORY ST, STE. 112, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025(790) 489-5955(760) 489-7150 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. John T Steele M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN T STEELE M.D. (NPI 1497866990) is an individual surgery provider in Escondido, California, licensed in California (G79111) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497866990
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN T STEELECredential: M.D.
Location Address215 S HICKORY ST, STE. 112Escondido, CA 92025
Mailing Address2067 Wineridge Pl, Suite AEscondido, CA 92029-1952 · (760) 489-5955 · Fax (760) 489-7150
Fax(760) 489-7150
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2012
NPI 1497866990 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in CA · G79111
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License G79111 (CA)
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License G79111 (CA)
215 S HICKORY ST, Escondido, CA 92025

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF89534CA
Medicare PINWG79111BCA

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. John T Steele 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 ID2961420948
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101020001540
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 5

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 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.
43 services24 patients
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.
39 services28 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
25 services24 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
20 services16 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.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92025 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

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.

Surgery
215 S HICKORY ST, STE. 112
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Dentist
215 S HICKORY ST
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Internal Medicine
215 S HICKORY ST, #118
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Internal Medicine
215 S HICKORY ST, STE 118
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Registered Nurse
215 S HICKORY ST
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Massage Therapist
215 S HICKORY ST, SUITE 106
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Physical Therapist
215 S HICKORY ST, 224
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
Internal Medicine
215 S HICKORY ST, #118
ESCINDIDO, CA 92025

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 John Steele's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Steele is 1497866990. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is John Steele located?

John Steele practices at 215 S Hickory St Ste. 112, Escondido, CA 92025. The listed phone number is (790) 489-5955.

What is John Steele's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is John Steele enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Steele 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 John Steele was last updated on September 17, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.