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RUTH ESTHER SMITH MD
NPI 1275887366
Family Medicine in Mankato, MN

Active since October 29, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1025 MARSH ST, MANKATO, MN 56001(507) 625-4031 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2026, Aug 18, 2026, Jun 21, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ruth Esther Smith Md NPPES

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

RUTH ESTHER SMITH MD (NPI 1275887366) is an individual family medicine provider in Mankato, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (66625) and active in the NPI registry since October 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Croix Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275887366
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameRUTH ESTHER SMITHCredential: MD
Location Address1025 MARSH STMankato, MN 56001-4752
Mailing AddressPo Box 860912Minneapolis, MN 55486-0912 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateOctober 29, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 10, 2026
NPI 1275887366 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 66625 Licensed in WI · 71414 Licensed in IN · 01074582A
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.
1025 MARSH ST, Mankato, MN 56001

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ruth Esther Olson Md

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1235 E State StSaint Croix Falls, WI 54024-4117 · Phone (715) 483-3221 · Fax (715) 483-0507
Location 2160 Main RdYorktown, VA 23691-5111 · Phone (757) 953-8335

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

Ruth Esther Smith 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 ID6608197595
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191102000278, I20200106002287
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 5

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.

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
58 services18 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.
48 services22 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.
35 services23 patients
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001
A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.
30 services21 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Croix Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Saint Croix Falls, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521337
Location235 E State StreetSaint Croix Falls, WI 54024 · Polk County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56001 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$193.15 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.

Nurse Practitioner
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Anesthesiology
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Neurological Surgery
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Nurse Practitioner
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Pharmacist
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1025 MARSH ST
MANKATO, MN 56001

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 Ruth Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Smith is 1275887366. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 29, 2012. The provider is also known as Ruth Esther Olson MD.

Where is Ruth Smith located?

Ruth Smith practices at 1025 Marsh St, Mankato, MN 56001. The listed phone number is (507) 625-4031.

What is Ruth Smith's specialty?

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

Is Ruth Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Smith 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 Ruth Smith accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica and Security Health Plan list Ruth Smith 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 Ruth Smith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruth Smith is affiliated with St Croix Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Smith was last updated on September 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 days 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.