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MICHAEL RENE CONTARINO MD
NPI 1215198734
Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC

Active since June 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
118 KNOX WAY, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516(984) 215-5900(984) 215-5942 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Michael Rene Contarino Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL RENE CONTARINO MD (NPI 1215198734) is an individual internal medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2012-00728) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215198734
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL RENE CONTARINOCredential: MD
Location Address118 KNOX WAYChapel Hill, NC 27516-6610
Mailing Address2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200Morrisville, NC 27560-8442
Phone(984) 215-5900
Fax(984) 215-5942
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2021
✔ NPI 1215198734 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2012-00728
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 2012-00728 (NC)
118 KNOX WAY, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Rene Contarino Md 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 ID941456081
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120806000761
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
45 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
35 services28 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27516 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

DEASIA SYTEENA WITHERSPOON MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
ANNA KENAN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
HEATHER ASHLEY VICTORIA SWAIN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
DEEPTHI GOWRISHANKAR
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5942
ASHLEY NICOLE LOUPE
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
MEGAN FITZPATRICK HOPPENS MD
Pediatrics
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
CAROLINE REPETTI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900
KATLYN LEE BUTTENFIELD
Dietitian, Registered
118 KNOX WAY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516
Orange County (984) 215-5900

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 Michael Contarino's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Contarino is 1215198734. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2008.

Where is Michael Contarino located?

Michael Contarino practices at 118 Knox Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. The listed phone number is (984) 215-5900.

What is Michael Contarino's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Michael Contarino enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Contarino 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.

What insurance does Michael Contarino accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Michael Contarino 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 Michael Contarino affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Contarino is affiliated with Unc Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Contarino was last updated on May 6, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.