DR. BRADLEY HERMAN STEPHENS M.D.
NPI 1538470109
Neurological Surgery in Harlingen, TX

Active since June 29, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2222 VELA DR, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 804-5851(956) 271-0289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 4, 2024, Oct 3, 2022, Jun 24, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Bradley Herman Stephens M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRADLEY HERMAN STEPHENS M.D. (NPI 1538470109) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (S7966) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538470109
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRADLEY HERMAN STEPHENSCredential: M.D.
Location Address2222 VELA DRHarlingen, TX 78550-8981
Mailing AddressPo Box 5730Belfast, ME 04915-5700
Fax(956) 271-0289
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 4, 2024
NPI 1538470109 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · S7966 Licensed in MO · 2015031875 Licensed in IL · 036160860
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
2222 VELA DR, Harlingen, TX 78550

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid200082495MO

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

Dr. Bradley Herman Stephens 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 ID2163654443
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241022004388
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 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.
120 services80 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.
37 services37 patients
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853
Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
19 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450028
Location1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450033
Location2101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 9

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Physician Assistant
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Physician Assistant
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Physician Assistant
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Neurological Surgery
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Physician Assistant
2222 VELA DR
HARLINGEN, TX 78550

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 Bradley Stephens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bradley Stephens is 1538470109. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2010.

Where is Bradley Stephens located?

Bradley Stephens practices at 2222 Vela Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 804-5851.

What is Bradley Stephens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Bradley Stephens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bradley Stephens 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 Bradley Stephens accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Molina Healthcare and 2 other insurers list Bradley Stephens 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 Bradley Stephens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bradley Stephens is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville and Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bradley Stephens was last updated on December 4, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.