Carol Bretschneider, MD
NPI 1700146826 · Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Bretschneider, MD is a Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1700146826).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700146826
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036149440 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) PhysicianPrimary207VF0040XLicense 036149440 (IL)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,466 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 265 | $134 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 241 | $2 |
| Insertion of Temporary Bladder Tube51701 | 237 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 152 | $177 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 123 | $97 |
| Insertion of Lower Leg Neurostimulator Electrode64566 | 98 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 199 | 132 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 74 | 23 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 63 | 18 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 30 | 23 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 21 | — |
| Tolterodine Tartratebrand: Tolterodine Tartrate Er | 13 | — |
| Estradiolbrand: Yuvafem | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$454 across 13 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-23
- Last updated
- 2019-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Bretschneider's NPI number?
- Carol Bretschneider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700146826, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Bretschneider's specialty?
- Carol Bretschneider is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carol Bretschneider located?
- Carol Bretschneider's practice location on file with NPPES is 676 N Saint Clair St Ste 950, Chicago, IL 60611-2955.
- What is Carol Bretschneider's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Bretschneider is (312) 694-7337.
- Does Carol Bretschneider accept Medicare?
- Carol Bretschneider is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Bretschneider's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Bretschneider's NPI (1700146826) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.