DR. STEVEN TILEM DO
NPI 1871052118
Internal Medicine in Hickory, NC

Active since March 17, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 326-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2022, Mar 17, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Steven Tilem Do NPPES

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

DR. STEVEN TILEM DO (NPI 1871052118) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2022-00362) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, and is a graduate of Touro Un Col Of Osteopathic Medicine, Henderson (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871052118
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEVEN TILEMCredential: DO
Location Address810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RDHickory, NC 28602-9617
Mailing Address810 Fairgrove Church Rd SeMorganton, NC 28602-9617
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTouro Un Col Of Osteopathic Medicine, HendersonGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 17, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2022
NPI 1871052118 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in NC · 2022-00362
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD, Hickory, NC 28602

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. Steven Tilem Do 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 ID7618207218
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220811003433
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 5

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.

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.
328 services138 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
114 services109 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
81 services76 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
63 services42 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Watauga Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boone, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340051
Location336 Deerfield RoadBoone, NC 28607 · Watauga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Advanced Practice Midwife
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD, CVMC-CENTER FOR REHABILITATION
HICKORY, NC 28602
Advanced Practice Midwife
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
Nurse Practitioner
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
Ambulance (Land Transport)
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
General Acute Care Hospital
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
Physical Therapist
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
810 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD
HICKORY, NC 28602

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 Tilem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Tilem is 1871052118. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 17, 2019.

Where is Steven Tilem located?

Steven Tilem practices at 810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 326-3000.

What is Steven Tilem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Steven Tilem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Tilem 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.

Is Steven Tilem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Steven Tilem is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Tilem was last updated on July 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.