KATHERINE E HELGEN M.D.
NPI 1326027558
Internal Medicine in Rochester, MN

Active since January 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Katherine E Helgen M.d. NPPES

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

KATHERINE E HELGEN M.D. (NPI 1326027558) is an individual internal medicine provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (47667) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northfield Hospital, and is a graduate of Saint Louis University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326027558
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHERINE E HELGENCredential: M.D.
Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSaint Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2021
✔ NPI 1326027558 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 47667
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Katherine E Helgen 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 ID2365475100
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050913000865
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Katherine Helgen reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Primary Care
225 HUSETH ST
Kenyon, MN 55946
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 249 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 11

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.
215 services130 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.
211 services142 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
126 services126 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.
90 services65 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.
44 services36 patients
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.
38 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Northfield Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Northfield, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240014
Location2000 North AvenueNorthfield, MN 55057 · Rice County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240057
Location800 East 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Burnsville, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240207
Location201 East Nicollet BoulevardBurnsville, MN 55337 · Dakota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55905 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 8

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers32 claims101 services$5.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers24 claims24 services$34.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers28 claims122 services$16.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers24 claims24 services$59.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers15 claims15 services$19.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers25 claims118 services$2.29 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.

Internal Medicine
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Optometrist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Psychologist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905

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 Katherine Helgen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Helgen is 1326027558. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 16, 2006.

Where is Katherine Helgen located?

Katherine Helgen practices at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905. The listed phone number is (507) 284-2511.

What is Katherine Helgen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Katherine Helgen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Helgen 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 organization bills Medicare for Katherine Helgen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Katherine Helgen reassigns Medicare benefits to Northfield Hospital (Kenyon, MN). The 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 Katherine Helgen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Katherine Helgen accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners list Katherine Helgen 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 Katherine Helgen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Helgen is affiliated with Northfield Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital and M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Helgen was last updated on March 10, 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.