STEFAN MICHAEL BRETTFELD D.O.
NPI 1154718005
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in La Crosse, WI

Active since April 17, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI 54601(608) 782-7300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2020, May 14, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Stefan Michael Brettfeld D.o. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

STEFAN MICHAEL BRETTFELD D.O. (NPI 1154718005) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in La Crosse, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (94-321) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Elizabeth Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154718005
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameSTEFAN MICHAEL BRETTFELDCredential: D.O.
Location Address1836 SOUTH AVELa Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Mailing Address1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2020
✔ NPI 1154718005 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 94-321✔ Licensed in MN · 65094
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License R-13-2015 (NM)
1836 SOUTH AVE, La Crosse, WI 54601

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1MSC 07-4040, 1 University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM 87131 · Phone (505) 272-3053 · Fax (505) 925-0546
Location 2200 1st St SWRochester, MN 55905 · Phone (507) 284-2511

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stefan Michael Brettfeld D.o. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2668786583
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200806001022
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

12

Medicare enrollment records show Stefan Brettfeld reassigns Medicare billing to 12 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Clinic/Center
1836 SOUTH AVE
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa and Wisconsin enrollments
  • 179 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
710 DENTON ST
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 1,457 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
507 S MAIN ST
Viroqua, WI 54665
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 127 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
420 S PETERSON AVE
Blair, WI 54616
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 293 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
105 E MAIN ST
Waukon, IA 52172
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1164599643 (Iowa)
  • 89 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
501 GOPHER DR
Tomah, WI 54660
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1992970453 (Wisconsin)
  • 188 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
400 WATER AVE
Hillsboro, WI 54634
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Josephs Health Services Inc
  • 282 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
204 S MAIN ST
Alma, WI 54610
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 86 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
205 PARKER ST
Boscobel, WI 53805
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 299 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical Medical Laboratory
37868 US HIGHWAY 18
Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1619024197 (Wisconsin)
  • 231 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
723 services393 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
324 services80 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
321 services246 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
170 services135 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
71 services56 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
52 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Elizabeth Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Wabasha, MN
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number241335
Location1200 Grant Blvd WWabasha, MN 55981 · Wabasha County
Emergency services

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · La Crosse, WI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520087
Location1910 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601 · La Crosse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gundersen St Josephs Hospital And Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Hillsboro, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521304
Location400 Water AveHillsboro, WI 54634 · Vernon County
Emergency services

Crossing Rivers Health Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Prairie Du Chien, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521330
Location37868 Us Hwy 18Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821 · Crawford County
Emergency services

Vernon Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Viroqua, WI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521348
Location507 South Main StViroqua, WI 54665 · Vernon County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54601 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$123.69 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.41 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $23.85 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Anesthesiology
1836 SOUTH AVE, GUNDERSEN CLINIC, LTD.
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Psychologist
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Orthopaedic Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Registered Nurse (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Stefan Brettfeld's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stefan Brettfeld is 1154718005. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2015.

Where is Stefan Brettfeld located?

Stefan Brettfeld practices at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601. The listed phone number is (608) 782-7300.

What is Stefan Brettfeld's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Stefan Brettfeld enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stefan Brettfeld is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Stefan Brettfeld's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stefan Brettfeld reassigns Medicare benefits to 12 organizations: Gundersen Clinic Ltd (La Crosse, WI), Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc (La Crosse, WI), Vernon Memorial Healthcare, Inc. (Viroqua, WI), Tri-County Memorial Hospital, Inc. (Blair, WI), Veterans Memorial Hospital City Of Waukon Ia (Waukon, IA) and 7 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Stefan Brettfeld's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Stefan Brettfeld accept?

Health plans from Group Health Cooperative-SCW, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Stefan Brettfeld as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Stefan Brettfeld affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stefan Brettfeld is affiliated with St Elizabeth Medical Center, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Gundersen St Josephs Hospital And Clinics, Crossing Rivers Health Medical Center and Vernon Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stefan Brettfeld was last updated on July 29, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.