DR. STEPHEN PATRICK ELLISON M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1811383458
Anesthesiology in Wilmington, NC

Q: What is Stephen Ellison's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ellison is 1811383458. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2015.

Q: What is Stephen Ellison'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 Stephen Ellison was last updated on October 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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 10, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD STE 201, WILMINGTON, NC 28412(910) 442-1100(910) 442-1199 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 18, 2020, Aug 7, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Stephen Patrick Ellison M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN PATRICK ELLISON M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1811383458) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1811383458) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Durham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811383458

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN PATRICK ELLISONCredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD STE 201Wilmington, NC 28412-6566

Mailing Address2520 Independence Blvd Ste 201Wilmington, NC 28412-6566 · (910) 442-1100 · Fax (910) 442-1199

Phone(910) 442-1100

Fax(910) 442-1199

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 18, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 18, 2020

✔ NPI 1811383458 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 1811383458

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.

2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD STE 201, Wilmington, NC 28412

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12301 Erwin RoadDurham, NC 27710 · Phone (919) 684-8111

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Stephen Patrick Ellison M.d., Ph.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 ID8820329659

PECOS Enrollment IDI20191009002398

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Stephen Ellison reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southeast Anesthesiology Consultants, PLLC

Same address

Anesthesiology

2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD, SUITE 200
Wilmington, NC 28412

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
223 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1932402195 (910) 442-1100

American Anesthesiology Of North Carolina, PLLC

Same address

Anesthesiology

2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD, SUITE 200
Wilmington, NC 28412

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
300 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033412267 (910) 442-1100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 29

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.

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.

57 services57 patients

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

39 services35 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.

39 services38 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.

38 services38 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.

35 services35 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.

34 services34 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

33 services32 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

30 services30 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

29 services29 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

28 services28 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

23 services23 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.

22 services22 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.

22 services22 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.

20 services20 patients

Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312

This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

18 services18 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

15 services15 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320

An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

14 services14 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 retinal surgery 00145

Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).

13 services13 patients

Insertion of tube in pulmonary artery for monitoring 93503

This procedure involves placing a tube into your pulmonary artery, which is a blood vessel in your lungs. The tube helps monitor heart function and blood flow, providing vital information for your treatment. It's typically done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230

Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.

12 services12 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.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number340141

Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Southport, NC

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number341327

Location924 Howe StSouthport, NC 28461 · Brunswick County

Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

SARAH RIEMAN BRATON CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2520 INDEPENDENCE BLVD STE 201
WILMINGTON, NC 28412

New Hanover County (910) 442-1100

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 Ellison's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ellison is 1811383458. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2015.

Where is Stephen Ellison located?

Stephen Ellison practices at 2520 Independence Blvd Ste 201, Wilmington, NC 28412. The listed phone number is (910) 442-1100.

What is Stephen Ellison's specialty?

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

Is Stephen Ellison enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Ellison 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Stephen Ellison's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Ellison reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Southeast Anesthesiology Consultants, PLLC (Wilmington, NC) and American Anesthesiology Of North Carolina, PLLC (Wilmington, NC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Stephen Ellison's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Stephen Ellison affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Ellison is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Ellison was last updated on October 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.