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DR. NICOLAS CONTRERAS M.D.
NPI 1790135614
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Salt Lake City, UT

Active since June 21, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
30 N 1900 E SOM 3C127, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132(801) 581-4222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 7, 2023, Sep 15, 2021, May 31, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Nicolas Contreras M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICOLAS CONTRERAS M.D. (NPI 1790135614) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Salt Lake City, Utah, licensed in Utah (12220332-1205) and active in the NPI registry since June 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Rochester.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790135614
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICOLAS CONTRERASCredential: M.D.
Location Address30 N 1900 E SOM 3C127Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0002
Mailing Address30 N 1900 E Som 3c127Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0002 · (801) 581-4222
Phone(801) 581-4222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMayo Medical SchoolGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 7, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1790135614 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in UT · 12220332-1205
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.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 62498 (MN)
30 N 1900 E SOM 3C127, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 1st St SWRochester, MN 55905-0001 · Phone (507) 284-2511

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nicolas Contreras 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 ID4385937770
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230802004241
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Nicolas Contreras reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

University Of Utah Adult Services
3.5 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
590 S WAKARA WAY
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Utah enrollment
  • 2,620 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932503430 (801) 581-2121

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Diagnostic exam of lung airway using an endoscope 31622
This procedure involves a doctor inserting a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope into your lung airway. It allows the doctor to view the airway and diagnose any issues. The process is safe and helps in accurate diagnosis.
18 services17 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 services14 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.
17 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Portneuf Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pocatello, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number130028
Location777 Hospital WayPocatello, ID 83201 · Bannock County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number460009
Location50 North Medical DriveSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · Salt Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84132 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
$166.03 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.03
Typical copayment $41.50 (range $13.58 – $41.50)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.01 typical visit price
range $17.23 – $135.20
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)
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.

92.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.57
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Nicolas Contreras's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicolas Contreras is 1790135614. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2016.

Where is Nicolas Contreras located?

Nicolas Contreras practices at 30 N 1900 E Som 3c127, Salt Lake City, UT 84132. The listed phone number is (801) 581-4222.

What is Nicolas Contreras's specialty?

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

Is Nicolas Contreras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicolas Contreras 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Nicolas Contreras's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nicolas Contreras reassigns Medicare benefits to University Of Utah Adult Services (Salt Lake City, UT). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Nicolas Contreras's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nicolas Contreras accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah, Select Health and University of Utah Health Plans list Nicolas Contreras 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 Nicolas Contreras affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicolas Contreras is affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center and University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicolas Contreras was last updated on October 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.