About

Jeffrey S. Stephenson, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician with Norton Orthopedic Institute. He specializes in sports health for children and adults. Dr. Stephenson earned his medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles. He completed his residency at Bethesda Family Practice Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, and a fellowship in sports medicine at Bethesda Family Medicine and Beacon Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Cincinnati. Dr. Stephenson is certified with the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and American Academy of Family Medicine. He has special interests in ultrasound-guided injections and platelet-rich plasma therapy. Dr. Stephenson also is board-certified in sports medicine. He has worked at the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon, and has served as team physician for Kings High School, College of Mount St. Joseph and Xavier University, all in Cincinnati, Ohio. He also has served on the medical team for the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, the U.S. Olympic Team Last Chance Qualifier for boxing and the Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy Coaches Spectacular. In Louisville, Dr. Stephenson is a team physician for Fern Creek High School, Bellarmine University, Spalding University and the Louisville Bats minor league baseball team. He works as a medical provider for the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon and Marathon, and has previously served as medical director for Ironman Louisville. Dr. Stephenson also works with the Louisville Bicycle Club, the Louisville Landsharks multisport club, and Bike to Beat Cancer, benefiting Norton Cancer Institute. Dr. Stephenson's mission is to provide top-quality, patient-centered care in the area of sports medicine.

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Expertise

Education

  • American University of the Carribean

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2008

  • TriHealth

    Residency, Family Practice, 2011

  • TriHealth

    Fellowship, Sports Medicine, 2012


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.80 out of 5 4.8 of 5 stars — 331 Ratings, 27 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

provider listened carefully 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider knew important medical history 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
provider showed concern 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider spent enough time with you 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider rating 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider explained things clearly 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider included you in decisions 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider showed respect for what you said 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider discussed treatment options 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/11/2026

All positive.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/03/2026

Great

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2026

Good experience.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/26/2026

Awesome communication!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/26/2026

The whole process was seamless, professional, and caring.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/17/2026

Dr. Stephenson is a fantastic doctor.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/14/2026

Dr. Stephenson is always excellent

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/01/2026

Dr. Stephenson always is concerned about my welfare.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/31/2026

They listen to what I asked and explain All to me

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/31/2026

Good experience considering I was in pain and discomfort. They help make it tolerable.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/30/2026

Good experience

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/22/2026

Could not have gone better! They deserve raises.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/07/2026

Dr Stephenson is very thorough in every aspect.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/24/2026

The doctor was prepared for my decision to have an injection, brought the medication with him when he entered the room. Doctor discussed my choice and did the procedure

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/19/2026

Excellent

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/09/2026

Helpful when discussing my condition with PT suggested.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/07/2026

All interaction was great.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/24/2026

Love Dr Stephenson

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/22/2026

Dr Stevenson Always takes Great care of my Issues

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/18/2026

Always a good experience at this office.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/16/2026

I really like Dr Stephenson

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/14/2026

They were so nice.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/08/2026

Dr. Stevenson was excellent, he was knowledgeable and reasonable about expected outcomes

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/04/2026

Always pleased with care received and attention to my concerns

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/06/2026

Dr.Stephenson is great!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/13/2026

Dr. Stephenson is super cool. He is now my best friend! Lol. But seriously he's a good guy.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/08/2026

Dr Phillips is awesome


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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