Stephen Arthur Chagares, M.D.
Stephen Arthur Chagares is a Surgery specialist based in Tinton Falls, NJ with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NJ can see Stephen Arthur Chagares, M.D. in person in Tinton Falls or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 85% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1040dNPPES updated 2023-07-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Executive Dr Suite 4, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4933
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 85% of doctors in New Jersey on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 85% of MIPS-scored doctors in New JerseyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better50.98%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+45.9 pts)
50.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
269
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
71
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
102
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $866
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$112 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Stephen Arthur Chagares's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc)
Board certified · Jul 17, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (Cam/New Bruns/Pisc) (Class of 1990)
Virtual Surgery Care With Stephen Arthur Chagares
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Arthur Chagares for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tinton 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 Stephen Arthur Chagares
NPI records show Dr. Chagares as active with telehealth listed in Tinton Falls, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (732) 450-9700.
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 Stephen Arthur Chagares
Practice Location
1 Executive Dr Suite 4, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4933
Mailing Address
1 Executive Dr Suite 4, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701-4933
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