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RONALD F LESS MD
NPI 1356327795
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Saint Paul, MN

Active since December 19, 2005PECOS Enrolled
84.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210, SAINT PAUL, MN 55109(651) 770-3320 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 11, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2026, Jan 9, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Ronald F Less Md NPPES

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

RONALD F LESS MD (NPI 1356327795) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (39123) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with M Health Fairview University Of Mn, and is a graduate of Rush Medical College Of Rush University (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356327795
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameRONALD F LESSCredential: MD
Location Address2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210Saint Paul, MN 55109-1243
Mailing AddressPo Box 81068Cleveland, OH 44181-0068 · (561) 322-4171
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateDecember 19, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1356327795 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 39123
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210, Saint Paul, MN 55109

Other Identifiers 15

Other0700149Select Care
Other1011540Preferred One
OtherHP20067Emhd
Other0700149Medica Choice
Other0700149Medica Primary
Other089013800Mn Medical Assistance
Medicaid089013800MN
Other960981011540Preich Provider Number
Other22A80LEBcbc
Other32319600Wisconsin Ma
Other114052C280Ucare
Other960981011540Peak Provider Number
OtherG30280Rr Medicare
Other160001070Metrahealth Medicare
Other68561Araz

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

Ronald F Less 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 ID345143285
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040129000141
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 2

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.

Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina 76830
An ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.
12 services12 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

M Health Fairview University Of Mn

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240080
Location2450 Riverside AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55454 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maplewood, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240210
Location1575 Beam AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55109 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
$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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

84.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality86.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost61.49

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
49%207 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
61%853 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
32%78 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
91%1,465 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%193 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
27%711 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
39%1,311 patients3/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 45% · 778 patients
Patients screened: 49% · 778 patients
14%36 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
86%432 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse First Assistant)
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210
SAINT PAUL, MN 55109
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2945 HAZELWOOD ST STE 210
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109

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 Ronald Less's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Less is 1356327795. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 19, 2005.

Where is Ronald Less located?

Ronald Less practices at 2945 Hazelwood St Ste 210, Saint Paul, MN 55109. The listed phone number is (651) 770-3320.

What is Ronald Less's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Ronald Less enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Less 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 Ronald Less accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Ronald Less 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 Ronald Less affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Less is affiliated with M Health Fairview University Of Mn and M Health Fairview St John's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Less was last updated on October 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.