DR. STEVEN LINDSEY SAUNDERS M.D.
NPI 1568514693
Internal Medicine in Milford, CT

Active since January 17, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 07D0930977 · Waiver
94.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
849 BOSTON POST RD STE 102, MILFORD, CT 06460(203) 878-6848(203) 876-6852 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Steven Lindsey Saunders M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEVEN LINDSEY SAUNDERS M.D. (NPI 1568514693) is an individual internal medicine provider in Milford, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (035739) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through July 20, 2027, and is a graduate of Univ Of Pennsylvania School Of Dental Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568514693
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEVEN LINDSEY SAUNDERSCredential: M.D.
Location Address849 BOSTON POST RD STE 102Milford, CT 06460-3537
Mailing Address1 Golden Hill StMilford, CT 06460-4630 · (203) 876-6848 · Fax (203) 876-6852
Fax(203) 876-6852
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniv Of Pennsylvania School Of Dental MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJanuary 17, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMarch 31, 2022
NPI 1568514693 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in CT · 035739
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

849 BOSTON POST RD STE 102, Milford, CT 06460

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. Steven Lindsey Saunders 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 ID5991981359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110519000191
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 07D0930977

Steven L Saunders MD Facp LLC · Milford, CT
Active · expires Jul 20, 2027
CLIA Number07D0930977
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateJuly 21, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateJuly 20, 2027
Laboratory DirectorSteven L. Saunders MD Facp
Laboratory Phone(203) 876-6851
Laboratory LocationSteven L Saunders MD Facp LLC849 Boston Post Rd Ste 102, Milford, CT 06460
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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, 20-29 minutes 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.
541 services319 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
240 services232 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
215 services205 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
211 services211 patients
Annual depression screening, 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
209 services209 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
175 services129 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06460 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.68 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $26.67 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

94.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.94
Promoting Interoperability99.39
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Adult Sinusitis: Antibiotic Prescribed for Acute Viral Sinusitis (Overuse)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
77%62 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Advance Care Plan
82%837 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
76%398 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
75%344 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
42%562 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
90%1,125 patients5/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
89%723 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
57%219 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
14%219 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%3,452 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%5,184 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
78%868 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
HIV Screening
55%1,114 patients4/55-star benchmark: 60%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
89%1,870 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
20%1,755 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
85%1,417 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 4% · 845 patients
Patients totalRate: 11% · 909 patients
10%909 patients4/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
11 suppliers35 claims87 services$5.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers11 claims11 services$21.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Internal Medicine
849 BOSTON POST RD STE 102
MILFORD, CT 06460
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
849 BOSTON POST RD STE 102
MILFORD, CT 06460

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 Steven Saunders's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Saunders is 1568514693. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 17, 2007.

Where is Steven Saunders located?

Steven Saunders practices at 849 Boston Post Rd Ste 102, Milford, CT 06460. The listed phone number is (203) 878-6848.

What is Steven Saunders's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Steven Saunders enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Saunders 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.

Does Steven Saunders hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 07D0930977) is associated with this NPI, valid through July 20, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Saunders was last updated on March 31, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.