Kim L Stearns, M.D.

Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

Kim L Stearns is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Cleveland, OH with over 41 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(216) 363-2222Cleveland, OH
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Kim L Stearns, M.D. has been part of the Cleveland medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Ohio
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 6 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in OHSee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Cleveland41+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 710dNPPES updated 2024-06-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1730 W 25th St Fl 6, Cleveland, OH 44113-3108

Fax: (216) 771-5873
Patient Condition Panel

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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
26%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-9%)25%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1985

    Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 11, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.

Taxonomy: 207XS0114X

Education & Training

Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1985)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 74977, Cleveland, OH 44194-0001

Differs from practice location

Virtual Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Kim L Stearns

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kim L Stearns for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Cleveland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kim L Stearns

Dr. Stearns is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cleveland, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (216) 363-2222.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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