STEVEN D KUESTER M.D.
NPI 1669696449
Anesthesiology in Cincinnati, OH

Q: What is Steven Kuester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Kuester is 1669696449. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2007.

Q: What is Steven Kuester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Kuester was last updated on August 22, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.

Active since April 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.38/100

CMS Quality Rating

375 DIXMYTH AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45220(513) 862-2432(513) 862-8857 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 22, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

On this page

About Steven D Kuester M.d. NPPES

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

STEVEN D KUESTER M.D. (NPI 1669696449) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Cincinnati, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.093100) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mccullough-hyde Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669696449

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameSTEVEN D KUESTERCredential: M.D.

Location Address375 DIXMYTH AVECincinnati, OH 45220-2475

Mailing Address3131 S Dixie Dr, Suite 535Moraine, OH 45439-2223 · (937) 293-0247 · Fax (937) 293-0960

Phone(513) 862-2432

Fax(513) 862-8857

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateApril 12, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 22, 2013

✔ NPI 1669696449 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 35.093100

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

375 DIXMYTH AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid2951275OH

Medicare PIN4264701OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

Steven D Kuester 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 ID4880747781

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090724000225

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.

Other procedure on nervous system 64999

A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.

75 services74 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

72 services58 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

57 services57 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

44 services44 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

42 services42 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.

23 services23 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

21 services21 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones 01830

Anesthesia for procedures on forearm, wrist, or hand bones involves administering medications to block sensation in the specific area. It ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a small area) or regional (numbing a larger part of the body).

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 01630

Anesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638

Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.

12 services12 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oxford, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number360046

Location110 North Poplar StreetOxford, OH 45056 · Butler County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number360134

Location375 Dixmyth AvenueCincinnati, OH 45220 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bethesda North

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number360179

Location10500 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

90.38/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

80.76

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

ERYNNE HAMILTON ARPN

Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-2514

VICTORIA ELIZABETH SIMON MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-3562

JACOB CANNAN

Pharmacist (Critical Care)

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-1400

MR. CASEY MCCONNELL GILMORE PA-C

Physician Assistant

375 DIXMYTH AVE, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-2989

ABIGAIL FAITH SOUTHALL APRN, AGACNP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-1400

JAMES M MERANUS MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 965-8041

DR. COLLIN MICHAEL HERMAN MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 865-2246

CHASE GREEN DO

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

375 DIXMYTH AVE
CINCINNATI, OH 45220

Hamilton County (513) 862-3562

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 Kuester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Kuester is 1669696449. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2007.

Where is Steven Kuester located?

Steven Kuester practices at 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220. The listed phone number is (513) 862-2432.

What is Steven Kuester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Steven Kuester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Kuester 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 Steven Kuester accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Steven Kuester 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 Steven Kuester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Steven Kuester is affiliated with Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital and Bethesda North.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Kuester was last updated on August 22, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.