DR. STEVEN ARNOLD POLAKOFF M.D.
NPI 1851466734
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Chevy Chase, MD

Active since November 23, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Jan 1, 2028
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, 852, CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815(301) 718-0313 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 31, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Steven Arnold Polakoff M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEVEN ARNOLD POLAKOFF M.D. (NPI 1851466734) is an individual psychiatry provider in Chevy Chase, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0035104) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2028 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851466734
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEVEN ARNOLD POLAKOFFCredential: M.D.
Location Address5530 WISCONSIN AVE, 852Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4404
Mailing Address7008 Mountain Gate DrBethesda, MD 20817-3913 · (301) 365-5217
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateNovember 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 31, 2010
NPI 1851466734 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in MD · D0035104
Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Geriatric PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0805X · License D0035104 (MD)
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified411889
Medicare UPINB94726

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Opted out of Medicare

Dr. Steven Arnold Polakoff M.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from January 1, 2014 through January 1, 2028.

Opt-Out Effective DateJanuary 1, 2014
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJanuary 1, 2028Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20815 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
$194.86 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $48.71 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

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 Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, STE 1550
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Specialist
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, #1510
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Physical Therapist
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 604
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Internal Medicine
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 550
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Dentist (General Practice)
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, STE 1535
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Specialist
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE # 1660
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Anesthesiology
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 1620
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5530 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 1620
CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815

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 Steven Polakoff's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Polakoff is 1851466734. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 23, 2006.

Where is Steven Polakoff located?

Steven Polakoff practices at 5530 Wisconsin Ave 852, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. The listed phone number is (301) 718-0313.

What is Steven Polakoff's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Steven Polakoff enrolled in Medicare?

No. Steven Polakoff has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2028. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Polakoff was last updated on August 31, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.