BENJAMIN D KNUTSON MD
NPI 1114248192
Emergency Medicine in New Ulm, MN

Active since June 14, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1324 5TH ST N, NEW ULM, MN 56073(507) 217-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 7, 2026, Jan 5, 2021, Oct 19, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Benjamin D Knutson Md NPPES

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

BENJAMIN D KNUTSON MD (NPI 1114248192) is an individual emergency medicine provider in New Ulm, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (55343) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114248192
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN D KNUTSONCredential: MD
Location Address1324 5TH ST NNew Ulm, MN 56073-1514
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2026
NPI 1114248192 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 55343 Licensed in WI · 68455
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1324 5TH ST N, New Ulm, MN 56073

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11025 Marsh StMankato, MN 56001-4752 · Phone (507) 625-4549
Location 2700 West Ave SLA Crosse, WI 54601-4783 · Phone (608) 785-0940
Location 3200 1st St SWRochester, MN 55905-0001 · Phone (507) 284-2511

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

Benjamin D Knutson 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 ID3375790827
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120906000047
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 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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
166 services163 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
87 services85 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
27 services27 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240010
Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Centracare - Redwood

Critical Access Hospitals · Redwood Falls, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number241351
Location101 Caring WayRedwood Falls, MN 56283 · Redwood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague

Critical Access Hospitals · New Prague, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241361
Location301 2nd Street NortheastNew Prague, MN 56071 · Scott County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

United Hospital District

Critical Access Hospitals · Blue Earth, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number241369
Location515 South Moore StreetBlue Earth, MN 56013 · Faribault County
Emergency services

New Ulm Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · New Ulm, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241378
Location1324 Fifth North StreetNew Ulm, MN 56073 · Brown County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56073 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
$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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Occupational Therapist
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Emergency Medicine
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Physical Therapist
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073
Nurse Practitioner
1324 5TH ST N
NEW ULM, MN 56073

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 Benjamin Knutson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Knutson is 1114248192. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2010.

Where is Benjamin Knutson located?

Benjamin Knutson practices at 1324 5th St N, New Ulm, MN 56073. The listed phone number is (507) 217-5000.

What is Benjamin Knutson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Benjamin Knutson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Knutson 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 Benjamin Knutson accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Benjamin Knutson 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 Benjamin Knutson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Knutson is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Centracare - Redwood, Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague, United Hospital District and New Ulm Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Knutson was last updated on May 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.