CHRISTOPHER EDWARD CANTORIA GARCES MD
NPI 1003478124
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Saint Paul, MN

Q: What is Christopher Edward Garces's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Edward Garces is 1003478124. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2019.

Q: What is Christopher Edward Garces's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Active since June 28, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

225 SMITH AVE N STE 300, SAINT PAUL, MN 55102(651) 241-5000(651) 241-5511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 7, 2025, Jul 30, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

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About Christopher Edward Cantoria Garces Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER EDWARD CANTORIA GARCES MD (NPI 1003478124) is an individual rheumatology provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (74570) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Allina United Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in East Lansing.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003478124

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER EDWARD CANTORIA GARCESCredential: MD

Location Address225 SMITH AVE N STE 300Saint Paul, MN 55102-2592

Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000

Phone(651) 241-5000

Fax(651) 241-5511

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateJune 28, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 7, 2025

✔ NPI 1003478124 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RR0500X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 74570

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 74570 (MN)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

225 SMITH AVE N STE 300, Saint Paul, MN 55102

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1788 Service Rd Rm B-301East Lansing, MI 48824-7013 · Phone (517) 432-2404

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

Christopher Edward Cantoria Garces 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 ID2961889019

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240723004467

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 2

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.

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.

18 services18 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Allina United Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Paul, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240038

Location333 North Smith AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55102 · Ramsey County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240057

Location800 East 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55102 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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