Stephen Walter Hardeman, MD
Stephen Walter Hardeman is an Urology specialist based in Austin, TX with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Stephen Walter Hardeman, MD practices as part of a group urologist practice in Austin, TX. Trained at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (class of 1980), he has been practicing for over 46 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 89.8/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
11410 Jollyville Rd Ste 1101, Austin, TX 78759-4093
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 78% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202389.8/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)
Better than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.66%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.66% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.1%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
793
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
669
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,718
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $339k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 (-12%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.2k received from industry
49 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 Stephen Walter Hardeman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Board certified · Oct 31, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
8240 N Mopac Expy Ste 100, Austin, TX 78759-8869
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Stephen Walter Hardeman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Walter Hardeman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Austin 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 Walter Hardeman
NPI records show Dr. Hardeman as active with telehealth listed in Austin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 231-1444.
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 Walter Hardeman
Practice Location
11410 Jollyville Rd Ste 1101, Austin, TX 78759-4093
Mailing Address
8240 N Mopac Expy Ste 100, Austin, TX 78759-8869
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