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BRETT P NIENABER MD
NPI 1710961776
Family Medicine in Pequot Lakes, MN

Active since December 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4317 W WOODMAN ST, PEQUOT LAKES, MN 56472(218) 568-4416 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Brett P Nienaber Md NPPES

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

BRETT P NIENABER MD (NPI 1710961776) is an individual family medicine provider in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (27359) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710961776
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameBRETT P NIENABERCredential: MD
Location Address4317 W WOODMAN STPequot Lakes, MN 56472-3473
Mailing Address523 N 3rd StBrainerd, MN 56401-3054 · (218) 829-2861
Phone(218) 568-4416
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateDecember 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 2016
✔ NPI 1710961776 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 27359
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
4317 W WOODMAN ST, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified089005697MN
Medicaid148362500MN
Medicare UPIND48847MN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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

Brett P Nienaber 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 ID8820002868
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060130000638
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 7

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.
390 services164 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.
89 services68 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
65 services65 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
53 services53 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
53 services53 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brainerd, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240075
Location523 North 3rd StreetBrainerd, MN 56401 · Crow Wing County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56472 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers14 claims42 services$6.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$23.49 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 3

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

PAYDEN STRANGE
Physician Assistant
4317 W WOODMAN ST
PEQUOT LAKES, MN 56472
Crow Wing County (218) 568-4416
KELLY A SPRAY CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4317 W WOODMAN ST
PEQUOT LAKES, MN 56472
Crow Wing County (218) 568-4416
ST. JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
4317 W WOODMAN ST
PEQUOT LAKES, MN 56472
Crow Wing County (218) 568-4416

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 Brett Nienaber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brett Nienaber is 1710961776. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 2, 2005.

Where is Brett Nienaber located?

Brett Nienaber practices at 4317 W Woodman St, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472. The listed phone number is (218) 568-4416.

What is Brett Nienaber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Brett Nienaber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brett Nienaber 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 Brett Nienaber accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Brett Nienaber 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 Brett Nienaber affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brett Nienaber is affiliated with Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brett Nienaber was last updated on January 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.