JOHN R SILKENSEN MD
NPI 1215958806
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Minneapolis, MN

Active since July 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 PARK AVE, HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415(612) 873-6987 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 13, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

About John R Silkensen Md NPPES

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

JOHN R SILKENSEN MD (NPI 1215958806) is an individual nephrology provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (38914) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215958806
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameJOHN R SILKENSENCredential: MD
Location Address701 PARK AVE, HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTERMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623
Mailing Address701 Park Ave, Hennepin County Medical CenterMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623 · (612) 873-6987
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 13, 2014
NPI 1215958806 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 38914 Licensed in VT · 0420011657
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00C521350CA
Medicaid00C521350CA
Medicare UPING34360CA

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

John R Silkensen 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 ID4981618329
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110914000852
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.

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.
129 services57 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.
106 services63 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
43 services19 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hennepin County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240004
Location701 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55415 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55415 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
2 suppliers50 claims27,840 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
14 suppliers300 claims44,573 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
9 suppliers395 claims60,140 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
7 suppliers73 claims11,040 services$0.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
23 suppliers424 claims62,372 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers13 claims2,280 services$0.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Counselor (Professional)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415

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 John Silkensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Silkensen is 1215958806. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Where is John Silkensen located?

John Silkensen practices at 701 Park Ave Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN 55415. The listed phone number is (612) 873-6987.

What is John Silkensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is John Silkensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Silkensen 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 John Silkensen accept?

Health plans from Medica list John Silkensen 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 John Silkensen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Silkensen is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Silkensen was last updated on June 13, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.