MRS. NICOLE BUETTNER PA-C
NPI 1528364684
Physician Assistant in Kearney, NE

Active since February 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE, KEARNEY, NE 68845(308) 865-2303(308) 865-2304 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 11, 2025, Nov 13, 2023, Dec 7, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mrs. Nicole Buettner Pa-c NPPES

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

MRS. NICOLE BUETTNER PA-C (NPI 1528364684) is an individual physician assistant in Kearney, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (1556) and active in the NPI registry since February 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi Health Good Samaritan, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528364684
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NICOLE BUETTNERCredential: PA-C
Location Address2232 CHANCELLORS AVEKearney, NE 68845-2053
Mailing Address2232 Chancellors AveKearney, NE 68845-2053 · (308) 865-2303 · Fax (308) 865-2304
Fax(308) 865-2304
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateFebruary 7, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 7, 2025
NPI 1528364684 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NE · 1556
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

2232 CHANCELLORS AVE, Kearney, NE 68845

Other Identifiers 1

Other1556NE · State Of Nebraska

Accepted Insurance

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

Mrs. Nicole Buettner 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 ID3476735366
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110314001041
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.

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.
264 services132 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.
211 services157 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
36 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Chi Health Good Samaritan

Acute Care Hospitals · Kearney, NE
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number280009
LocationP O Box 1990, 10 East 31st StKearney, NE 68847 · Buffalo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Nebraska Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number280013
Location987400 Nebraska Medical CenterOmaha, NE 68198 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cozad Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Cozad, NE
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number281327
LocationP O Box 108, 300 East 12th StCozad, NE 69130 · Dawson County
Emergency services

Tri Valley Health System

Critical Access Hospitals · Cambridge, NE
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number281348
Location1305 West Highway 6/34Cambridge, NE 69022 · Furnas County
Emergency services

Phelps Memorial Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Holdrege, NE
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number281362
Location1215 Tibbals StHoldrege, NE 68949 · Phelps County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68845 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
$81.20 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $20.30 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.00 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$39.78 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 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physician Assistant
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE, ROOM 1051
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Pharmacist (Oncology)
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Physician Assistant
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
2232 CHANCELLORS AVE
KEARNEY, NE 68845

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 Nicole Buettner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Buettner is 1528364684. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 7, 2011.

Where is Nicole Buettner located?

Nicole Buettner practices at 2232 Chancellors Ave, Kearney, NE 68845. The listed phone number is (308) 865-2303.

What is Nicole Buettner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Nicole Buettner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Buettner 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 Nicole Buettner accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Nicole Buettner 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 Nicole Buettner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicole Buettner is affiliated with Chi Health Good Samaritan, The Nebraska Medical Center, Cozad Community Hospital, Tri Valley Health System and Phelps Memorial Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Buettner was last updated on February 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.