2026 NPPES data Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist NPI 1659344539 DPM
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STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in FREEHOLD, New Jersey. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
334
Medicare Part D claims · 182 beneficiaries · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist avg: 309
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$13.43
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM filed 334 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in FREEHOLD, New Jersey, prescribing 95% generic.

334
Part D claims, 2023
95%
generic prescribing
$13.43
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

334 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/09/2006

NPI 1659344539

Primary specialty

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist

Mid-sized

8,920 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

334 8% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 309

Specialty distribution in New Jersey

How Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist compares to other specialties among New Jersey providers

New Jersey providers

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist share within New Jersey

1. Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist share within New Jersey

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider holding DPM credentials at 505 STILLWELLS CORNER RD, FREEHOLD, NJ, 07728, with a listed phone of (732) 863-7010. NPI 1659344539 was issued on 02/09/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LEMBERGER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 334 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 182 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $14K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 8,920 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 309 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

505 STILLWELLS CORNER RD
FREEHOLD, NJ 07728

Provider Details

NPI 1659344539
Specialty Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist
Credentials DPM
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/09/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

NEW JERSEY PODIATRIC PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS GROUP, LLC
FREEHOLD, NJ

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$13

Largest payer

Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM — brand share 5.0%
Specialty average (est.)

5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 334 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

334
Total Claims
$14K
Total Drug Cost
182
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
420
Total Day Supply
9,250
Brand vs Generic
5% brand / 95% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K
Generic Drug Cost
$7K
Antibiotic Claims
34

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.33
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Ciclopirox
Ciclopirox Olamine
66
Mupirocin
57
Gabapentin
28
Triamcinolone Acetonide
19
Colchicine
18
Doxycycline Hyclate
18
Allopurinol
17
Prednisone
17

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Overview

How STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM fits within the Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist landscape nationally.

8,920
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Providers in US
53
States with Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist
309
Avg Claims per Provider

STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's 334 claims are above the specialty average of 309.

Nearby Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Providers in New Jersey

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Jersey, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as LEMBERGER.

Compare Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's specialty?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM specializes in Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist and practices in FREEHOLD, New Jersey. Credentials: DPM.
How much does STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM wrote 334 Medicare Part D claims totaling $14K in drug costs for 182 beneficiaries.
Where is STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM located?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM is located at 505 STILLWELLS CORNER RD, FREEHOLD, NJ, 07728. Phone: (732) 863-7010.
What is STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's NPI number?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659344539, issued on 02/09/2006.
Does STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
How many Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist providers are there in the US?
There are 8,920 Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist providers across 53 states in the US. The average Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider writes 309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ciclopirox, Mupirocin, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM accept Medicare?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM appears in CMS Medicare data with 334 Part D claims and 182 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's credentials?
STEVEN LEMBERGER, DPM's NPI is 1659344539 with credentials DPM. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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