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GREGORY S DEFOR MD
NPI 1265496954
Family Medicine in Inver Grove Heights, MN

Active since April 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5625 CENEX DR, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077(651) 552-2600(651) 552-2614 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Aug 31, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Gregory S Defor Md NPPES

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

GREGORY S DEFOR MD (NPI 1265496954) is an individual family medicine provider in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (38410) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265496954
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameGREGORY S DEFORCredential: MD
Location Address5625 CENEX DRInver Grove Heights, MN 55077-1724
Mailing Address8170 33rd Ave S, Ms21110qBloomington, MN 55425-4516 · (651) 552-2600 · Fax (651) 552-2614
Phone(651) 552-2600
Fax(651) 552-2614
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1265496954 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 38410
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
5625 CENEX DR, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid067718300MN

Accepted Insurance

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

Gregory S Defor 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 ID3971630419
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100415000060
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 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.
58 services33 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.
50 services34 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.
39 services29 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240002
Location402 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Sandstone

Critical Access Hospitals · Sandstone, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241309
Location705 Lundorff Drive SouthSandstone, MN 55072 · Pine County
Emergency services

Essentia Health Moose Lake

Critical Access Hospitals · Moose Lake, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number241350
Location4572 County Road 61Moose Lake, MN 55767 · Carlton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Cloquet, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241364
Location512 Skyline BoulevardCloquet, MN 55720 · Carlton County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55077 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.

KATHERINE QUINN LGSW
Social Worker
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
GROUP HEALTH PLAN INC
Dentist (General Practice)
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-1752
KIM ANN SCHOUVELLER RN
Family Medicine
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2602
PAUL W HEIDEMAN PHD.L.P.
Psychologist
5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100A
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
ELINOR HSU LAC
Acupuncturist
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (612) 385-3628
ERICA ECCLES-RADTKE PSY.D.
Psychologist
5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100A
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
VANESSA DIRAMOS GIL M.D.
Family Medicine
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
LYDIA RICARD MS
Counselor (Professional)
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600

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 Gregory Defor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Defor is 1265496954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2006.

Where is Gregory Defor located?

Gregory Defor practices at 5625 Cenex Dr, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. The listed phone number is (651) 552-2600.

What is Gregory Defor's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Gregory Defor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Defor 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 Gregory Defor accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Gregory Defor 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 Gregory Defor affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gregory Defor is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Sandstone, Essentia Health Moose Lake and Community Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gregory Defor was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.