STEPHEN WAYNE ABERNATHY M.D.
NPI 1851389779
Surgery in Temple, TX

Q: What is Stephen Abernathy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Abernathy is 1851389779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2005.

Q: What is Stephen Abernathy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Abernathy was last updated on September 1, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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 October 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2401 S 31ST ST, TEMPLE, TX 76508(254) 724-2111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 1, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 1, 2020, May 16, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Stephen Wayne Abernathy M.d. NPPES

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

STEPHEN WAYNE ABERNATHY M.D. (NPI 1851389779) is an individual surgery provider in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (K3886) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851389779

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN WAYNE ABERNATHYCredential: M.D.

Location Address2401 S 31ST STTemple, TX 76508-5265

Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (254) 724-2111

Phone(254) 724-2111

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 1, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 1, 2020

✔ NPI 1851389779 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · K3886

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid144316002TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephen Wayne Abernathy 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 ID9931123411

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060124000133

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 3

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 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.

150 services102 patients

Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope 49650

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to repair a hernia in the groin area. The surgeon makes small incisions, inserts the endoscope, and uses special tools to fix the hernia. This minimally invasive technique often results in quicker recovery times.

15 services15 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Acute Care Hospitals · Temple, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450054

Location2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Acute Care Hospitals · Round Rock, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670034

Location300 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78664 · Williamson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76508 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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