Steven Schaeffer Spires, M.D.
Infectious Disease Internal Medicine
Steven Schaeffer Spires, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 17+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 80% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 973dNPPES updated 2023-09-06 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1270 Prince Ave Ste 301, Athens, GA 30606-2783
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.7%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Better than 80% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
141
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
74
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
204
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $87k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
51 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 Steven Schaeffer Spires's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
Mercer University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 5, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
17 years in practice
Experienced
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
Taxonomy: 207RI0200X
Education & Training
Mercer University School of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
5400 Laurel Springs Pkwy Ste 1404, Suwanee, GA 30024-6098
Differs from practice location
Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Steven Schaeffer Spires
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven Schaeffer Spires for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Athens 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 Steven Schaeffer Spires
NPI records show Dr. Spires as active with telehealth listed in Athens, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 670-7245.
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 Steven Schaeffer Spires
Practice Location
1270 Prince Ave Ste 301, Athens, GA 30606-2783
Mailing Address
5400 Laurel Springs Pkwy Ste 1404, Suwanee, GA 30024-6098
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