HENRY A PRETUS M.D.
NPI 1982661997
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Metairie, LA

Active since April 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 303, METAIRIE, LA 70006(504) 207-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Henry A Pretus M.d. NPPES

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

HENRY A PRETUS M.D. (NPI 1982661997) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (10849R) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982661997
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameHENRY A PRETUSCredential: M.D.
Location Address4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 303Metairie, LA 70006-2925
Mailing Address4315 Houma Blvd Ste 304Metairie, LA 70006-2944 · (504) 207-2222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 2024
NPPES CertifiedNovember 7, 2024
NPI 1982661997 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
License Licensed in LA · 10849R
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
4300 HOUMA BLVD, Metairie, LA 70006

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1497622LA

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

Henry A Pretus 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 ID7113933789
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060307000011
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.

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.
128 services65 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
59 services18 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.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70006 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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 7

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

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 107
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Family Medicine
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 108
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Family Medicine
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 205
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Urology
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 203
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Clinic/Center
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 107
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 303
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Physician Assistant (Medical)
4300 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 301
METAIRIE, LA 70006

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 Henry Pretus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Henry Pretus is 1982661997. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2006.

Where is Henry Pretus located?

Henry Pretus practices at 4300 Houma Blvd Suite 303, Metairie, LA 70006. The listed phone number is (504) 207-2222.

What is Henry Pretus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is Henry Pretus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Henry Pretus 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 Henry Pretus accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Henry Pretus 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 Henry Pretus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Henry Pretus is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Henry Pretus was last updated on November 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 months 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.