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JOEL D. CHRETIEN PA-C
NPI 1225104482
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Portland, ME

Active since November 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
33 SEWALL ST, PORTLAND, ME 04102(207) 828-2100(207) 553-7166 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2026, Feb 17, 2022, Sep 8, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Joel D. Chretien Pa-c NPPES

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

JOEL D. CHRETIEN PA-C (NPI 1225104482) is an individual surgical provider in Portland, Maine, licensed in Maine (PA1259) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northern Light Health, and is a graduate of University Of New England, College Of Osteo Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225104482
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameJOEL D. CHRETIENCredential: PA-C
Location Address33 SEWALL STPortland, ME 04102-2603
Mailing Address33 Sewall StPortland, ME 04102-2638 · (207) 828-2100 · Fax (207) 553-7166
Fax(207) 553-7166
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of New England, College Of Osteo MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateNovember 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2026
NPI 1225104482 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License Licensed in ME · PA1259
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License PT1259 (ME)
33 SEWALL ST, Portland, ME 04102

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1225104482ME

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joel D. Chretien Pa-c 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 ID1658411731
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110620000121
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 6

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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
67 services46 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.
67 services53 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7323
Hyaluronan or Euflexxa is a substance similar to a natural substance in your joints. It's injected into the joint space to treat pain from osteoarthritis, especially in the knee. It helps to lubricate the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility.
35 services14 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
26 services24 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
20 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northern Light Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, ME
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number200008
Location144 State StreetPortland, ME 04101 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Physician Assistant
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Occupational Therapist
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Occupational Therapist
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
33 SEWALL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102

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 Joel Chretien's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Chretien is 1225104482. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 28, 2006.

Where is Joel Chretien located?

Joel Chretien practices at 33 Sewall St, Portland, ME 04102. The listed phone number is (207) 828-2100.

What is Joel Chretien's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Joel Chretien enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Chretien 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.

Is Joel Chretien affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joel Chretien is affiliated with Northern Light Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Chretien was last updated on July 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 36 days 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.