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DR. STEPHEN JAMES PALAJAC DPM
NPI 1821025602
Podiatrist in Eastpointe, MI

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
20927 KELLY RD, EASTPOINTE, MI 48021(586) 777-8801 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen James Palajac Dpm NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN JAMES PALAJAC DPM (NPI 1821025602) is an individual podiatrist in Eastpointe, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (JP002254) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821025602
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213E00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN JAMES PALAJACCredential: DPM
Location Address20927 KELLY RDEastpointe, MI 48021-3128
Mailing Address14825 W Mcnichols RdDetroit, MI 48235-3939 · (734) 772-4722 · Fax (248) 509-4070
Phone(586) 777-8801
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWilliam M. Scholl College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 2016
✔ NPI 1821025602 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213E00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · JP002254
Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
20927 KELLY RD, Eastpointe, MI 48021
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINU72722
Medicare PIN0N67850
Medicaid5198828MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan.Insurance ›

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 James Palajac Dpm 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 ID7517937386
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070714000185
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

2

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

Vip Home Physicians PLLC
3.9 mi
Internal Medicine
17425 MACK AVE
Detroit, MI 48224
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1689496820 (313) 499-8991
Nomad Podiatry PLLC
20 mi
Podiatrist
28230 S POINTE LN
New Baltimore, MI 48051
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
NPI 1609379395 (313) 600-6328

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 10

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.

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
946 services390 patients
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
926 services335 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 11720
This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.
227 services95 patients
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.
216 services105 patients
Residence visit for new patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99342
A new patient home visit is a 30-minute appointment where a healthcare provider comes to your home to assess your health needs. This can include discussing your medical history, current conditions, and treatment plans. It's a convenient way to receive care in your own environment.
212 services212 patients
Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 0.5 cm or less 11305
This is a procedure where a small skin growth on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet, measuring 0.5 cm or less, is carefully removed. The process involves shaving off the growth layer by layer to ensure complete removal. It's a safe and common practice.
54 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48021 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
$90.76 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.69 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.38 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $18.09 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
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.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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.

For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier26 claims52 services$61.60 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier26 claims156 services$25.12 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 3

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

DR. EDWIN JOSE SOLER-VALCOURT M.D.
General Practice
20927 KELLY RD
EASTPOINTE, MI 48021
Macomb County (586) 777-8801
PHYSICIANS RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, P.C.
General Practice
20927 KELLY RD
EASTPOINTE, MI 48021
Macomb County (586) 777-8801
RESIDENTIAL PODIATRY SERVICES PC
Podiatrist
20927 KELLY RD
EASTPOINTE, MI 48021
Macomb County (586) 777-8801

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 Palajac's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Palajac is 1821025602. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is Stephen Palajac located?

Stephen Palajac practices at 20927 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe, MI 48021. The listed phone number is (586) 777-8801.

What is Stephen Palajac's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

Is Stephen Palajac enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Palajac 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 Palajac's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Palajac reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Vip Home Physicians PLLC (Detroit, MI) and Nomad Podiatry PLLC (New Baltimore, MI). 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 Palajac's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Stephen Palajac accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan list Stephen Palajac 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Palajac was last updated on October 14, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.