AARON BETTENHAUSEN MD
NPI 1538513692
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Aaron Bettenhausen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Bettenhausen is 1538513692. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2016.

Q: What is Aaron Bettenhausen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Active since April 14, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

8300 FLOYD CURL DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 450-9000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Aaron Bettenhausen Md NPPES

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

AARON BETTENHAUSEN MD (NPI 1538513692) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (T7869) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Health System, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538513692

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameAARON BETTENHAUSENCredential: MD

Location Address8300 FLOYD CURL DRSan Antonio, TX 78229-3931

Mailing Address7979 Wurzbach RdSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427 · (210) 450-9000

Phone(210) 450-9000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Dakota School Of MedicineGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 14, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 19, 2022

NPPES CertifiedJuly 19, 2022

✔ NPI 1538513692 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · T7869

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

8300 FLOYD CURL DR, San Antonio, TX 78229

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 17979 Wurzbach RdSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427 · Phone (210) 450-9000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare.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

Aaron Bettenhausen 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 ID8123318516

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220714003876

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.

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.

15 services15 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

13 services13 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450213

Location4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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.

SAPNA RAGHUNATHAN MD

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9490

DR. THERESA LYNN STEWART M.D

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9500

ANNETTE B MARTIN PT

Physical Therapist

8300 FLOYD CURL DR, 4TH FLOOR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9700

MATTHEW M BRIGMON MD

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9800

ASHLEY GERSHNER PA-C

Physician Assistant

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9300

LAAVANYA RAJU M.D.

Family Medicine

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9100

DR. AARON J.M. BOIS MD, MSC, FRCSC

Orthopaedic Surgery

8300 FLOYD CURL DR, 3RD FLOOR -3C
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9300

DR. PHILIP M JACOBS M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

8300 FLOYD CURL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 450-9300

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 Aaron Bettenhausen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Bettenhausen is 1538513692. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2016.

Where is Aaron Bettenhausen located?

Aaron Bettenhausen practices at 8300 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 450-9000.

What is Aaron Bettenhausen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Aaron Bettenhausen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aaron Bettenhausen 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 Aaron Bettenhausen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Molina Healthcare list Aaron Bettenhausen 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 Aaron Bettenhausen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aaron Bettenhausen is affiliated with University Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Bettenhausen was last updated on July 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.