Kristen Kay Steenerson, MD

Otology & Neurotology

Otolaryngology

Kristen Kay Steenerson is an Otology & Neurotology specialist based in Stanford, CA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(650) 723-4000Stanford, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Kristen Kay Steenerson, MD has been part of the Stanford medical community since 2012 in group practice. A University of Utah School of Medicine graduate since 2012, she brings 14+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 19 Otolaryngology providers in CASee all Otolaryngology in Stanford14+ years experienceNPI since 2012

Older · 755dNPPES updated 2024-04-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

86.3%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in California

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

250

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

89

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

211

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $31k

Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.

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.

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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

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

US avg: 70.2%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
32%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+8%)26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 2012

    University of Utah School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 28, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 14 years in practice

    Established

OtolaryngologyOtology & Neurotology in StanfordAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.

Taxonomy: 207YX0901X

Education & Training

University of Utah School of Medicine (Class of 2012)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

801 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1611

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric

CMS Certification Number: 184014

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Virtual Otology & Neurotology Care With Kristen Kay Steenerson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Kristen Kay Steenerson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Stanford 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 Kristen Kay Steenerson

Dr. Steenerson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Stanford, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 723-4000.

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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