DR. STEPHEN S TOWER MD
NPI 1710915962
Orthopaedic Surgery in Anchorage, AK

Q: What is Stephen Tower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Tower is 1710915962. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2006.

Q: What is Stephen Tower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Tower was last updated on December 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.

Active since June 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

65.45/100

CMS Quality Rating

301 W NORTHERN LIGHTS BLVD STE 600, ANCHORAGE, AK 99503(907) 771-3500(907) 771-3550 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 29, 2025, Jul 21, 2021, Mar 6, 2019 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Stephen S Tower Md NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN S TOWER MD (NPI 1710915962) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Anchorage, Alaska, licensed in Alaska (3012) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710915962

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN S TOWERCredential: MD

Location Address301 W NORTHERN LIGHTS BLVD STE 600Anchorage, AK 99503-2650

Mailing Address2401 E 42nd Ave Ste 101Anchorage, AK 99508-5228 · (907) 222-2924 · Fax (907) 222-2934

Phone(907) 771-3500

Fax(907) 771-3550

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateJune 28, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 29, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 29, 2025

✔ NPI 1710915962 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in AK · 3012

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

301 W NORTHERN LIGHTS BLVD STE 600, Anchorage, AK 99503

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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidMD30121AK

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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. Stephen S Tower 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 ID244137289

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050407001172

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 9

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

642 services84 patients

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.

236 services131 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

149 services80 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.

51 services35 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

48 services38 patients

Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg J1040

Methylprednisolone acetate is a strong anti-inflammatory medication. It is often given as an 80 mg injection to reduce inflammation and pain. It's commonly used for conditions like arthritis, allergic disorders, or other inflammatory diseases.

35 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99503 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

$111.57 typical visit price

range $71.33 – $222.64

Typical copayment $27.89 (range $17.83 – $55.66)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$90.40 typical visit price

range $21.84 – $181.48

Typical copayment $22.60 (range $5.46 – $45.37)

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.

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.

65.45/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.83

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

1%149 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

70%603 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

0%207 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

22%311 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

3%490 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients screened: 0% · 196 patients

0%196 patients

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

0.03%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

60%35 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 217 patients

Patients totalRate: 0% · 217 patients

0%217 patients5/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

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