John D Steffens, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
John D Steffens is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Twin Falls, ID with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across ID can see John D Steffens, MD in person in Twin Falls or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Washington School of Medicine (class of 1990), he has been practicing for over 36 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.07/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 44% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Federal MIPS score higher than 61% of MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 816dNPPES updated 2024-02-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Idaho State Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Idaho, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202392.07/100
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IdahoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.78%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Idaho1.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
338
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
439
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,568
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.01M
Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.1k received from industry
110 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to John D Steffens's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 12, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With John D Steffens
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John D Steffens for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Twin Falls required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John D Steffens
Dr. Steffens is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Twin Falls, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 585-6387.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John D Steffens
Practice Location
1840 Canyon Crest Dr, Twin Falls, ID 83301-3007
Mailing Address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
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