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DR. NATHAN ALEXANDER CHAN MD
NPI 1215461256
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Brainerd, MN

Active since April 17, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
523 N 3RD ST FL 4, BRAINERD, MN 56401(218) 828-7394 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 4, 2026, Aug 2, 2021, Apr 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Nathan Alexander Chan Md NPPES

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

DR. NATHAN ALEXANDER CHAN MD (NPI 1215461256) is an individual psychiatry provider in Brainerd, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (69165) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215461256
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. NATHAN ALEXANDER CHANCredential: MD
Location Address523 N 3RD ST FL 4Brainerd, MN 56401-3054
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8364
Phone(218) 828-7394
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1215461256 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 69165
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
523 N 3RD ST FL 4, Brainerd, MN 56401
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Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Nathan Alexander Chan 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 ID8022381912
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210812003201
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Nathan Chan reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

St. Joseph's Medical Center
Same address
Anesthesiology
523 N 3RD ST
Brainerd, MN 56401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Josephs Medical Center
  • 340 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336465038 (218) 829-2861
St. Luke's Hospital Of Duluth
87 mi
Clinic/Center
707 HIGHWAY 33 S STE 19
Cloquet, MN 55720
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 513 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528937463 (218) 879-4641

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 3

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 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.
121 services32 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.
112 services38 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
70 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240047
Location915 East 1st StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56401 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
$168.28 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $42.07 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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 Nathan Chan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nathan Chan is 1215461256. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2017.

Where is Nathan Chan located?

Nathan Chan practices at 523 N 3rd St Fl 4, Brainerd, MN 56401. The listed phone number is (218) 828-7394.

What is Nathan Chan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Nathan Chan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nathan Chan 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 Nathan Chan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nathan Chan reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: St. Joseph's Medical Center (Brainerd, MN) and St. Luke's Hospital Of Duluth (Cloquet, MN). 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 Nathan Chan's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nathan Chan accept?

Health plans from Sanford Health Plan list Nathan Chan 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 Nathan Chan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nathan Chan is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nathan Chan was last updated on May 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.