NITZET VELEZ M.D.
NPI 1629080775
Surgery in Sycamore, IL

Q: What is Nitzet Velez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nitzet Velez is 1629080775. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2006.

Q: What is Nitzet Velez's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nitzet Velez was last updated on September 8, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.

Active since August 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

1850 GATEWAY DR, SYCAMORE, IL 60178(815) 758-8671 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Nitzet Velez M.d. NPPES

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

NITZET VELEZ M.D. (NPI 1629080775) is an individual surgery provider in Sycamore, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-109438) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629080775

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameNITZET VELEZCredential: M.D.

Location Address1850 GATEWAY DRSycamore, IL 60178-3192

Mailing Address1850 Gateway DrSycamore, IL 60178-3192 · (815) 758-8671

Phone(815) 758-8671

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 2010

✔ NPI 1629080775 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036-109438

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.

1850 GATEWAY DR, Sycamore, IL 60178

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid036109438IL

Other085103IL · Health Alliance

Medicare UPINH96244IL

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified206875IL

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

Nitzet Velez 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 ID1254237589

PECOS Enrollment IDI20031209000315

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 8

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 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.

43 services23 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.

30 services29 patients

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.

27 services26 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.

21 services21 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.

19 services19 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 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.

18 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Geneva, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140211

Location300 Randall RdGeneva, IL 60134 · Kane County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140242

Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dekalb, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140286

LocationOne Kish Hospital DriveDekalb, IL 60115 · De Kalb County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Valley West Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Sandwich, IL

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number141340

Location1301 North Main StreetSandwich, IL 60548 · De Kalb County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60178 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

$85.71 typical visit price

range $54.80 – $168.44

Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.64 typical visit price

range $17.16 – $136.56

Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)

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.

94.1/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

82.59

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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