ELIZABETH CHRISTINE ESTER M.D.
NPI 1124264353
Radiology - Therapeutic Radiology in Minneapolis, MN

Q: What is Elizabeth Ester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elizabeth Ester is 1124264353. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 17, 2008. The provider is also known as Elizabeth Olson.

Q: What is Elizabeth Ester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Therapeutic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0203X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elizabeth Ester was last updated on March 17, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since December 17, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

87.63/100

CMS Quality Rating

500 HARVARD ST SE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455(608) 469-3425 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2021, Mar 10, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Elizabeth Christine Ester M.d. NPPES

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

ELIZABETH CHRISTINE ESTER M.D. (NPI 1124264353) is an individual therapeutic radiology provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (56311) and active in the NPI registry since December 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with M Health Fairview University Of Mn, and maintains a secondary practice location in Minneapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124264353

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0203X

Provider Legal NameELIZABETH CHRISTINE ESTERCredential: M.D.

Location Address500 HARVARD ST SEMinneapolis, MN 55455-0363

Mailing Address1875 Woodwinds Dr, Birch Center Radiation OncologyWoodbury, MN 55125 · (651) 326-6772

Phone(608) 469-3425

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateDecember 17, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 17, 2021

✔ NPI 1124264353 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Therapeutic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0203X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 56311

Definition

Therapeutic Radiology certificate name was changed to Radiation Oncology. Use Radiation Oncology.

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

500 HARVARD ST SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Elizabeth Olson

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1420 Delaware St SE, Mayo Mail Code 400Minneapolis, MN 55455-0341 · Phone (612) 273-6700

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Sanford Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Elizabeth Christine Ester 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 ID4587071568

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210319000497

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Elizabeth Ester reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Minnesota Physicians

0.2 mi

Multi-Specialty

720 WASHINGTON AVE SE STE 200
Minneapolis, MN 55414

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
1,453 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1477598118 (612) 672-7422

Fairview Express Care

0.3 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

909 FULTON ST SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
3,633 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1629224258 (612) 625-3600

University Of Minnesota Health Clinics And Surgery Center Inc

0.3 mi

Anesthesiology

909 FULTON ST SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
1,662 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1003485004 (612) 273-8383

Fairview Health Services

0.4 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

2450 RIVERSIDE AVE
Minneapolis, MN 55454

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
4,038 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1013994359 (612) 672-6000

Fairview Specialty Services

0.4 mi

Physical Therapy

2450 RIVERSIDE AVE
Minneapolis, MN 55454

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
2,373 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1043199334 (855) 324-7843

Healtheast Medical Research Institute

3.2 mi

Internal Medicine

1700 UNIVERSITY AVE W, 6TH FLOOR WEST
Saint Paul, MN 55104

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
2,361 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1508191552 (651) 232-2273

Healtheast St. John's Hospital

3.2 mi

Anesthesiology

1700 UNIVERSITY AVE W
Saint Paul, MN 55104

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
1,178 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1558240853 (855) 324-7843

Healtheast Woodwinds Hospital

13 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

1925 WOODWINDS DR
Woodbury, MN 55125

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
955 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1356309322 (651) 232-0100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 16

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.

Ct guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields 77014

CT guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields involves using a CT scan to accurately map the area of your body where radiation will be applied. This ensures the radiation targets only the necessary area, minimizing impact to healthy tissues.

169 services23 patients

Calculation of radiation therapy dose 77300

Radiation therapy dose calculation is a process to determine the exact amount of radiation needed to treat a specific area in the body. This calculation helps ensure the treatment is effective while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. It's a key part of planning your radiation therapy.

102 services33 patients

Design and construction of complex radiation treatment device 77334

The design and construction of a complex radiation treatment device is a process where a specialized instrument is created. This device targets harmful cells with high-energy rays to destroy or damage them, while minimizing impact on healthy cells. This aids in treating conditions like cancer.

84 services29 patients

Stereoscopic x-ray guidance for localization of target volume for the delivery of radiation therapy G6002

Stereoscopic x-ray guidance is a technique used in radiation therapy. It involves taking multiple X-ray images from different angles to create a 3D picture of the area to be treated. This helps accurately pinpoint the exact location for radiation delivery, ensuring the therapy is as effective as possible.

82 services31 patients

Radiation treatment management, 5 treatment sessions 77427

Radiation treatment management involves a series of 5 sessions where targeted radiation is used to destroy or shrink cancer cells in your body. Each session is carefully planned to maximize effectiveness while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. You may experience side effects which will be closely monitored and managed for your comfort.

78 services37 patients

Intra-fraction localization and tracking of target or patient motion during delivery of radiation therapy (eg,3d positional tracking, gating, 3d surface tracking), each fraction of treatment G6017

In radiation therapy, intra-fraction localization and tracking monitor patient or target movement during treatment. This ensures that radiation is accurately delivered to the correct area. Techniques like 3D positional tracking, gating, and 3D surface tracking are used to enhance precision.

76 services16 patients

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.

36 services25 patients

Complex radiation therapy planning 77263

Complex radiation therapy planning is a process to determine the most effective way to deliver radiation to a specific area in your body. It involves detailed imaging to map your body's structure, allowing for precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.

33 services31 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

29 services29 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

26 services22 patients

Special radiation treatment 77470

Special radiation treatment is a medical procedure that uses high-energy rays to destroy or damage cancer cells. It's a targeted approach that aims to minimize harm to healthy tissues. The treatment duration varies based on individual health conditions.

21 services21 patients

3d radiation therapy planning 77295

3D radiation therapy planning is a procedure that uses computer imaging to map out the area needing treatment. This ensures the radiation targets the disease precisely, while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. It's a key step in preparing for effective radiation therapy.

20 services19 patients

Obtaining data needed to develop the optimal radiation treatment, 1 treatment area 77280

This procedure involves gathering essential information to create the best radiation treatment plan for a specific area. It includes scanning the treatment area and using this data to calculate the precise dose of radiation needed to target the disease effectively, while sparing healthy tissue.

16 services16 patients

High precision radiation therapy planning 77301

High precision radiation therapy planning involves detailed mapping of your body to target cancer cells accurately. Advanced imaging techniques help identify the exact location of the tumor, minimizing harm to healthy tissues. This personalized approach enhances effectiveness and reduces side effects.

15 services14 patients

Design and construction of radiation treatment device for high precision radiation therapy 77338

A radiation treatment device is custom-made for each patient to target cancer cells with high precision. It's designed to focus radiation on the tumor, sparing healthy tissue. This process ensures effective therapy while minimizing side effects.

15 services14 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

M Health Fairview University Of Mn

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240080

Location2450 Riverside AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55454 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maplewood, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240210

Location1575 Beam AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109 · Ramsey County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Woodbury, MN

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240213

Location1925 Woodwinds DriveWoodbury, MN 55125 · Washington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

87.63/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

83.78

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

71.59

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.

CHRISTINA MANIAN RDN, LD

Dietitian, Registered

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (612) 273-5188

DR. JOSEPH E. KUMKA MD, PHD

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (612) 273-3000

TYLER MUELLNER RN

Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (651) 260-0514

DR. MICHAEL H WALL MD

Anesthesiology

500 HARVARD ST SE, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL CENTER
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (612) 273-3000

JEFFREY FAHRENBRUCH RPH

Pharmacist

500 HARVARD ST SE, SUITE 3-017
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (612) 273-2121

DR. VENUS VAKHSHORI M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (612) 626-3343

KAILEY IMMEN PA-C

Physician Assistant

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (507) 380-6474

KYLE JAMES ANDERSON

Perfusionist

500 HARVARD ST SE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455

Hennepin County (712) 330-4001

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 Elizabeth Ester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elizabeth Ester is 1124264353. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 17, 2008. The provider is also known as Elizabeth Olson.

Where is Elizabeth Ester located?

Elizabeth Ester practices at 500 Harvard St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. The listed phone number is (608) 469-3425.

What is Elizabeth Ester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Therapeutic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0203X.

Is Elizabeth Ester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elizabeth Ester 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Elizabeth Ester's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Elizabeth Ester reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: University Of Minnesota Physicians (Minneapolis, MN), Fairview Express Care (Minneapolis, MN), University Of Minnesota Health Clinics And Surgery Center Inc (Minneapolis, MN), Fairview Health Services (Minneapolis, MN), Fairview Specialty Services (Minneapolis, MN) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Elizabeth Ester's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Elizabeth Ester accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Sanford Health Plan list Elizabeth Ester 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 Elizabeth Ester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elizabeth Ester is affiliated with M Health Fairview University Of Mn, M Health Fairview St John's Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elizabeth Ester was last updated on March 17, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.