DR. STEPHEN L DICKSON JR. MD
NPI 1720086242
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Topeka, KS

Active since July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
600 SW COLLEGE AVE, TOPEKA, KS 66606(785) 233-9643 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2024, Jun 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Stephen L Dickson Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN L DICKSON JR. MD (NPI 1720086242) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Topeka, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-49632) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Health System - St Francis Campus, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720086242
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN L DICKSON JR.Credential: MD
Location Address600 SW COLLEGE AVETopeka, KS 66606-1684
Mailing Address1234 Napier AveSaint Joseph, MI 49085-2112 · (269) 983-8172 · Fax (699) 854-5352
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMiami Medical CollegeGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2024
NPI 1720086242 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in KS · 04-49632 Licensed in KY · 43991 Licensed in IN · 01058168A Licensed in MI · 4301114501
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

600 SW COLLEGE AVE, Topeka, KS 66606

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13 Audubon Plaza Dr Ste 1319Louisville, KY 40217-1319 · Phone (502) 636-8004 · Fax (502) 636-8384
Location 22500 Niles Rd Ste 6Saint Joseph, MI 49085-3268 · Phone (269) 408-1660 · Fax (269) 408-1665

Other Identifiers 7

Other4001605KY · Cigna- Cts
Other50031859KY · Passport- Cts
Medicaid64076821KY
Medicaid200455130IN
Medicaid200455130AIN
Other000057094VKY · Humana- Cts
Other000000701004KY · Anthem- Cts

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. Stephen L Dickson Jr. 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 ID7113831843
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240823000101
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 11

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.
80 services74 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.
54 services23 patients
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880
An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
30 services30 patients
Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922
An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.
25 services25 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.
24 services24 patients
Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts 93925
An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number170016
Location1700 SW 7th StreetTopeka, KS 66606 · Shawnee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number170040
Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66606 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
$161.67 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $40.41 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.40 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $16.60 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality87.54
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Nurse Practitioner
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Nurse Practitioner
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
600 SW COLLEGE AVE
TOPEKA, KS 66606

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 Stephen Dickson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Dickson is 1720086242. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Stephen Dickson located?

Stephen Dickson practices at 600 SW College Ave, Topeka, KS 66606. The listed phone number is (785) 233-9643.

What is Stephen Dickson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Stephen Dickson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Dickson 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 Stephen Dickson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Stephen Dickson 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 Stephen Dickson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Dickson is affiliated with University Of Kansas Health System - St Francis Campus and University Of Kansas Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Dickson was last updated on October 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.