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ASSEN NIKOLAEV CHEKERDJIEV M.D.
NPI 1417919267
Internal Medicine in Shakopee, MN

Active since April 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, STE 100, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379(952) 428-3535 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Assen Nikolaev Chekerdjiev M.d. NPPES

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

ASSEN NIKOLAEV CHEKERDJIEV M.D. (NPI 1417919267) is an individual internal medicine provider in Shakopee, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (45416) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417919267
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameASSEN NIKOLAEV CHEKERDJIEVCredential: M.D.
Location Address1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, STE 100Shakopee, MN 55379-3383
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-5000
Phone(952) 428-3535
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 11, 2021
✔ NPI 1417919267 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 45416
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.
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, Shakopee, MN 55379
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Assen Nikolaev Chekerdjiev M.d. 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 ID3173573847
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050131000385
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.
85 services67 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
64 services49 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
47 services46 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Francis Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shakopee, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240104
Location1455 St Francis AvenueShakopee, MN 55379 · Scott County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55379 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

PATRICIA GAIL RECHTZIGEL PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, SUITE 200
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-2001
ASHLEY QUALLEY MS, LAT, ATC
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (612) 710-4648
ELIZABETH ISLAY MCPEEK MSW, LICW, LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-3535
NANCY M O CONNOR MD
Family Medicine
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, SUITE 100
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-3535
LESLIE SWARTZ-WILLIAMS M.D.
Internal Medicine
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, STE 100
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-3535
DR. JENNIFER LYNN HUNT MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, SUITE 100
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 403-3535
ROBERT JOHN NICHOLSON MD
Family Medicine
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, SUITE 100
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-3535
MRS. JACKIE KAY TEWES RN, CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1601 SAINT FRANCIS AVE, SUITE 100
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379
Scott County (952) 428-3535

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 Assen Chekerdjiev's NPI number?

The NPI number for Assen Chekerdjiev is 1417919267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2006.

Where is Assen Chekerdjiev located?

Assen Chekerdjiev practices at 1601 Saint Francis Ave Ste 100, Shakopee, MN 55379. The listed phone number is (952) 428-3535.

What is Assen Chekerdjiev's specialty?

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

Is Assen Chekerdjiev enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Assen Chekerdjiev 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 Assen Chekerdjiev accept?

Health plans from Medica list Assen Chekerdjiev 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 Assen Chekerdjiev affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Assen Chekerdjiev is affiliated with St Francis Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Assen Chekerdjiev was last updated on March 11, 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.