GEORGE HAROLD RITTERSBACH JR. M.D.
NPI 1437157864
Surgery in Stuart, FL

Q: What is George Rittersbach's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Rittersbach is 1437157864. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2005.

Q: What is George Rittersbach's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Active since July 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

89.89/100

CMS Quality Rating

3801 S KANNER HWY STE 200, STUART, FL 34994(772) 219-4026(772) 283-4919 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About George Harold Rittersbach Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

GEORGE HAROLD RITTERSBACH JR. M.D. (NPI 1437157864) is an individual surgery provider in Stuart, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0054997) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437157864

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameGEORGE HAROLD RITTERSBACH JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address3801 S KANNER HWY STE 200Stuart, FL 34994-4801

Mailing AddressPo Box 417Stuart, FL 34995-0417 · (772) 223-5665 · Fax (772) 223-5646

Phone(772) 219-4026

Fax(772) 283-4919

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 2020

NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2020

✔ NPI 1437157864 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME0054997

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

3801 S KANNER HWY STE 200, Stuart, FL 34994

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid061420300FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

George Harold Rittersbach Jr. 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 ID8921091356

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100330000426

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show George Rittersbach reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Martin Memorial Medical Center Inc

Same address

Urgent Care

3801 S KANNER HWY STE 100
Stuart, FL 34994

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
602 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1154962918 (772) 223-2832

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 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

132 services103 patients

Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope 46600

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to examine the anal area. It helps detect any abnormal conditions or issues. It's a safe, routine exam performed by a healthcare professional.

124 services114 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.

93 services93 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.

71 services55 patients

Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding 46221

Rubber band ligation is a procedure used to treat external hemorrhoids. A doctor places small rubber bands around the base of the hemorrhoids. This cuts off blood supply, causing them to shrink and fall off, typically within a week.

58 services44 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stuart, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100044

Location200 SE Hospital AveStuart, FL 34994 · Martin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34994 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

$91.69 typical visit price

range $58.56 – $179.05

Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$73.00 typical visit price

range $18.44 – $144.68

Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

89.89/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

75.75

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Skin barrier; solid, 4 x 4 or equivalent; each A4362

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

5 suppliers19 claims550 services$2.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, without built-in convexity, each A4385

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

3 suppliers14 claims480 services$4.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy deodorant, with or without lubricant, for use in ostomy pouch, per fluid ounce A4394

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

4 suppliers11 claims223 services$2.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4414

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

2 suppliers13 claims300 services$4.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy pouch, drainable, with barrier attached, with filter (1 piece), each A4424

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

4 suppliers20 claims430 services$4.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with non-locking flange, with filter (2 piece system), each A4425

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

3 suppliers13 claims350 services$3.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

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