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KATHERINE G FOSTER PA
NPI 1073826079
Physician Assistant in Saint Paul, MN

Active since July 19, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2500 COMO AVE, SAINT PAUL, MN 55108(651) 641-6200(651) 641-6295 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 2, 2024, Mar 17, 2021, Jan 18, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

About Katherine G Foster Pa NPPES

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

KATHERINE G FOSTER PA (NPI 1073826079) is an individual physician assistant in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (10854) and active in the NPI registry since July 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Regions Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073826079
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHERINE G FOSTERCredential: PA
Location Address2500 COMO AVESaint Paul, MN 55108-1460
Mailing Address8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110qMinneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Phone(651) 641-6200
Fax(651) 641-6295
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1073826079 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 10854
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
2500 COMO AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55108
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Katherine G Tackes Pa

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1701 Hewitt BlvdRed Wing, MN 55066-2848 · Phone (651) 267-5000
Location 28600 Nicollet Ave SBloomington, MN 55420-2824 · Phone (952) 541-2800
Location 33930 Northwoods DrArden Hills, MN 55112-6963 · Phone (651) 523-8500

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1073826079MN

Accepted Insurance

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

Katherine G Foster Pa 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 ID8426231366
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110330000443
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 5

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.
295 services244 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.
85 services65 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.
40 services39 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.
25 services23 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test 85027
A complete blood cell count (CBC) is an automated test that measures different components of the blood, including red cells, white cells, and platelets. It helps assess overall health, detect disorders like anemia or infection, and monitor medical treatments.
23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Regions Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Paul, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240106
Location640 Jackson StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55108 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
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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 20

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

GROUP HEALTH PLAN INC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (952) 883-7469
ANDREA L.J. STEPHENS N.P.
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (651) 641-6200
MS. LIXIN QIN L. AC.
Acupuncturist
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (651) 216-4494
MR. GARRETT FRANKLIN BLAHA RN
Registered Nurse
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (952) 967-7955
DR. FARHAD GOUNILI DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
2500 COMO AVE
ST PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (651) 641-0020
DR. STEPHANIE DAWNONNERATE STANTON M.D.
Family Medicine
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (952) 853-8800
DR. TUYET NGA DINH VUONG D.D.S.
Dentist
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (651) 647-2525
SPENCER MORSE
Internal Medicine
2500 COMO AVE
SAINT PAUL, MN 55108
Ramsey County (952) 853-8800

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 Katherine Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Foster is 1073826079. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2010. The provider is also known as Katherine G Tackes PA.

Where is Katherine Foster located?

Katherine Foster practices at 2500 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108. The listed phone number is (651) 641-6200.

What is Katherine Foster's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Katherine Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Foster 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 Katherine Foster accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Katherine Foster 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 Katherine Foster affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Foster is affiliated with Regions Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Foster was last updated on May 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.