RICHARD H NIERENBERG MD
NPI 1598870628
Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ

Active since August 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1800 E VAN BUREN ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85006(602) 251-8316 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Richard H Nierenberg Md NPPES

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

RICHARD H NIERENBERG MD (NPI 1598870628) is an individual hospitalist provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (44026) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598870628
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD H NIERENBERGCredential: MD
Location Address1800 E VAN BUREN STPhoenix, AZ 85006
Mailing Address32531 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 102-213Scottsdale, AZ 85266-1519 · (601) 251-8316 · Fax (480) 333-5165
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateAugust 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 2019
NPI 1598870628 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in AZ · 44026
Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 44026 (AZ)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401-7246 · Phone (601) 288-4329 · Fax (601) 288-3191
Location 21500 S Mill AveTempe, AZ 85281-6699 · Phone (602) 251-8316 · Fax (480) 333-5165

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid09553865MS
Other640507572YMMS · American Admin Group
Medicaid1419486LA
Medicaid279981200FL

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

Richard H Nierenberg 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 ID7315837341
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111005000015
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 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.
581 services282 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.
262 services249 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
201 services78 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.
105 services103 patients
Hospital observation care on day of discharge 99217
Hospital observation care on the day of discharge involves monitoring your health status to ensure stability before you leave. This includes assessing vital signs, response to treatment, and readiness for home care or rehabilitation.
40 services40 patients
Initial hospital observation care per day, typically 70 minutes 99220
This service involves a healthcare professional closely monitoring your health condition during your hospital stay. It typically lasts for about 70 minutes each day. This helps in timely detection of any changes in your health, allowing for immediate response and treatment.
34 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85006 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
9 suppliers128 claims128 services$18.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
10 suppliers146 claims146 services$97.86 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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST, 9TH FLOOR
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1800 E VAN BUREN ST, 9TH FLOOR
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Emergency Medicine
1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1598870628, enumerated as an "individual" on August 20, 2006.

The provider is located at 1800 E VAN BUREN ST PHOENIX, AZ 85006 and the phone number is (602) 251-8316.

Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Medicare and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.