
Jeffrey S Stephenson, MD
Non-Operative OrthopedicsOrthopedic Sports Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Jeffrey S Stephenson
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
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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Locations
- Norton Orthopedic Institute
- 9880 Angies Way, Suite 250, Louisville, KY 40241
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-394-6341
- fax: 502-394-6340
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: TriHealth, Sports Medicine, 2012
- Residency: TriHealth, Family Practice, 2011
- Medical Education: American University of the Carribean, Doctor of Medicine, 2008
Board Certifications
- Sports Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2012
- Sports Medicine: American Board of Family Practice, 2012
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2011
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana 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)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- 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
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
487 ratings, 116 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Dr. Stephenson is super cool. He is now my best friend! Lol. But seriously he's a good guy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2026
Dr Phillips is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
He is very knowledgeable and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Is very understanding and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
I actually was in the examining room before my appointment time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
I always receive excellent care by Dr. Stephenson
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
My provider referred me to a surgeon in the office. I was able to talk with him before I left.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr. Stephenson was very helpful and took care of my medical issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
One of the best orthopedic drs I've seen in awhile n also bed side manner was great n he's very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
The staff there is unsurpassed in courtesy, professionalism and attitude that I have experienced[...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
The doctor was very courteous, and well informed. So far the treatment has been successful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Very considerate of your feelings,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
I received excellent care! The doctor wand his staff was very professional and courteous! Very pleasant experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
His a great de
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
The injection in my shoulder has taken my pain away.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Friendly, knowledgeable, efficient, know my health history.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr Stephenson is very precise, as well as professional.[...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2025
The team staff is super friendly. Dr. Is excellent, and the way he explains and talks to you during my knee shots made me not even worry about it hurting. Takes the time to explain things and he offered options to treat my knees without jumping into surgery immediately.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr. Stephenson is always professional, caring and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Over the years, I've had treatment for my left hip issues. Dr. Stephenson is the best at understanding the issue and appropriately treating it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Stephenson was very kind, he listened and responded to all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr Stephenson has always been able to treat my issues and Ive always trusted his judgment on treatment etc. His assistant Veronica is a very valuable asset to his practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
One of the best doctors I have usd
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Friendly people and questions asked and answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Very efficient and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
I am 100% satisfied with Dr Stephenson in every aspect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr.Stephenson is very kind, experienced and has a calm way that is comforting. I trust in his care for me and my sons.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr Stephenson was very kind and knowledgeable and showed me while explaining my xray. He even listened and chuckled to my dumb jokes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Stephenson is an excellent doctor! I will not hesitate to return for future care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Very professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
He was very thorough explained so I could understand. Showed me xrays. Very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
[...] was very kind and knowledgeable. Dr Stephenson,as always, was very attentive and provided valuable information regarding my medical needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Dr. Stephenson is my go to guy for all orthopedic issues. He is great at treating me for the things he can and pointing me in the right direction for those that are out of his realm of expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
As good as it gets
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Good feeling about my care while there. Dr. Stevenson was very professional with me. I would refer anyone to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Very friendly & professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Very good service. Well informed and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
[...] Dr Stephenson are great people. I can't say enough on how much I appreciate them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr.Stephenson was extremely informative,decisive, & professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Very efficient team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
He's great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
Dr. Stephenson was able to address my issue during this single office visit. So pleased with how it was handled. I have already recommended him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr. Stephenson is very patient and understanding. Busy doctor and yet you never felt rushed. His staff was over the top!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Very good doctor that is smart and cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
All Staff were friendly and helpful. Dr. Was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
He is easy to talk to and is very interested in asking questions about my state of health. He asked about my overall health condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Great care and appreciation discussion on health concerns and plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Always a good experience when seeing Fr Stephenson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
This visit was the best example of the way a med visit should go in many years of visits to Norton Doctors. I can't think of anything this Doctor should change. Why don't you get him to in service many of your other Doctors.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Great serve and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Everyone was very attentive, positive, and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr.Stephanson helped me understand my options regarding my arthritis and pain and spoke to me about options if cortisone injection does not work for my left knee.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
A great provider, straightforward, very professional cutting dry to to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr Stephenson was very professional and thorough and assessed and explained my shoulder pain in a clear manner and provided a reasonable solution for recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
Dr Stephenson asked questions and listened to what I said. I really felt heard and I appreciated that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Excellent, patient , considerate, caring for my specific knee pain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Would like to continue with this doctor throughout my treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr Stephenson and the entire staff are extremely professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
The scheduler was wonderful in assuring I was assigned to the proper Dr for my area of pain. Dr Stephenson was superb in diagnosing and treating my pain that day. He provided a very clear explanation of the cause of my pain. He provided injections for my pain and home ex. Very thorough and gave detailed answers to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
He was very precise in describing the injury and treatment. Good conversation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Great service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Very friendly and answered my questions where I understood everything I really thought they had it all together
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
He was personable, explained things so I could understand. Discussed options and confirmed insurance would cover treatment options
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Both Dr Stephenson and his assistant Veronica were super nice and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
I was very pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
I was very satisfied with my provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. And staff are excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Very knowledgeable and passionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
He is very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Excellent doctors and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Very good experience. The front desk receptionist was very friendly and enjoyed speaking with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
He was friendly and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
[...] He is fine and has an edge to him which I'm ok with. Ala n all our initial experience was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr Stephenson is a very good doctor. He listened and knew how to help my situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Alway get good attention and assistance at Dr. Stevenson'd office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I am well please with medical care I receive each time I visit this office and the staff. They are a remarkable team of professionals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
The crew there are all excellent! Their mood alone would cure some ills!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Great office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Supportive, great bad manners, knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Pleased with care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
I've seen him several times for a shoulder issue. I'm satisfied with the care and advice given
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
I'm always very satisfied. He's very attentive and never seems rushed, explains things thoroughly and always very polite.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
This was my second shot in my hip and it seems to have worked extremely well as I have no pain. Dr Stephenson as well as the nurse are most professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Gives Excellent Care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Staff was very considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
I love this practice and think the world of Dr. Stevenson. He always is courteous and knowledgeable, he's helpful and looks forward to next steps or options. Highly recommend!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
He listened to my concerns about the procedure and options. He explained what he was doing and concerned that I was comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Easy to talk with and easy to understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
The doctor was fabulous. Very courteous and great communication. Very thorough and cautious working around my Lymphadema when administering needles for cortisone shots.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Provider was attentive and able to help me at this visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
I have no complaints with the Doctor/staff. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Smooth running ship. Would recommend the provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Always A Full Waiting Room, But They Move People At A Great Pace.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Stephenson is great! He took the time to answer all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Always fantastic
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Stephenson is a good doctor. He has a decent bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
The doctor was precise, knowledgeable, and took time to explain and also gave me a shot - was very helpful so was the xray technician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Very pleasant experience. Everyone I had contact with was friendly and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Everyone very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
There were no delays in service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr Stephenson was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
Very pleased with care provided by staff and Dr. Stephenson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
Was first vist. Everyone seemed to care. Seemed to want to help me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Always great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Answered all my questions....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr was knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr.Stephenson has always been very informative with my health concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
Dr. Stephenson is an excellent doctor! He made me feel comfortable and that's not easy! He's a very nice person too!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Very nice person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Received promptly, very professional, Dr Stevenson was very pleasant and professional