NICHOLAS BATTISTA RETTENMAIER MD
NPI 1497139901
Surgery in Norfolk, VA

Active since July 14, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300, NORFOLK, VA 23502(757) 261-5000(757) 962-5610 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 17, 2024, Sep 25, 2020, Aug 19, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Nicholas Battista Rettenmaier Md NPPES

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

NICHOLAS BATTISTA RETTENMAIER MD (NPI 1497139901) is an individual surgery provider in Norfolk, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101270124) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Des Moines.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497139901
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS BATTISTA RETTENMAIERCredential: MD
Location Address6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300Norfolk, VA 23502-2824
Mailing Address6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300Norfolk, VA 23502-2824 · (757) 261-5000 · Fax (757) 962-5610
Fax(757) 962-5610
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 14, 2025
NPI 1497139901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in VA · 0101270124 Licensed in IA · R10295
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.
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300, Norfolk, VA 23502

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314-2613 · Phone (515) 643-2261 · Fax (515) 643-5802

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

Nicholas Battista Rettenmaier 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 ID6507172913
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200826001674
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 5

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 straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
141 services80 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
53 services50 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.
47 services30 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
18 services18 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Sentara Leigh Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Norfolk, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490046
Location830 Kempsville RoadNorfolk, VA 23502 · Norfolk City County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23502 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
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

95.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.31
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Surgery
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Genetic Counselor, MS
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Surgery
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Surgery
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Surgery
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502
Surgery
6251 E VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD STE 300
NORFOLK, VA 23502

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 Nicholas Rettenmaier's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Rettenmaier is 1497139901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2015.

Where is Nicholas Rettenmaier located?

Nicholas Rettenmaier practices at 6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300, Norfolk, VA 23502. The listed phone number is (757) 261-5000.

What is Nicholas Rettenmaier's specialty?

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

Is Nicholas Rettenmaier enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Rettenmaier 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 Nicholas Rettenmaier affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Rettenmaier is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Rettenmaier was last updated on January 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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.