Michael John Steger, PA-C
Michael John Steger, PA-C practices as part of a group physician assistant practice in Fuquay Varina, NC. He has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1729dNPPES updated 2021-08-10 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1617 N Main St, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526-9021
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.07%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
2.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
231
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
448
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,474
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $738k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$49 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Michael John Steger's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 9, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
14 years in practice
Established
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200, Morrisville, NC 27560-8442
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Michael John Steger
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael John Steger for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fuquay Varina 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 Michael John Steger
Dr. Steger is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fuquay Varina, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 577-9952.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael John Steger
Practice Location
1617 N Main St, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526-9021
Mailing Address
2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200, Morrisville, NC 27560-8442
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