DR. DARIN RAY BRINK MD
NPI 1376655050
Family Medicine in Little Falls, MN

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
815 2ND ST SE, LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345(320) 632-5441 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Darin Ray Brink Md NPPES

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

DR. DARIN RAY BRINK MD (NPI 1376655050) is an individual family medicine provider in Little Falls, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (47481) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376655050
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DARIN RAY BRINKCredential: MD
Location Address815 2ND ST SELittle Falls, MN 56345-3505
Mailing Address1751 Kirkwood Ln NPlymouth, MN 55441-4031 · (763) 559-5534
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South DakotaGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1376655050 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 · 47481
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.
815 2ND ST SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPING39136

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Darin Ray Brink 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 ID6608841978
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050509000531
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Darin Brink reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Primary Care
150 10TH ST NW
Milaca, MN 56353
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 2,302 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
911 NORTHLAND DR
Princeton, MN 55371
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 3,633 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1700 UNIVERSITY AVE W
Saint Paul, MN 55104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 1,178 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
401 W GLYNN DR
Parkston, SD 57366
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1356443725 (South Dakota)
  • 32 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 8

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.
59 services42 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.
40 services33 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.
31 services17 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
22 services21 patients
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) 80048
A basic group blood test measures the levels of certain chemicals in your blood, including calcium. This helps assess your overall health and detect potential problems. The procedure involves drawing a small amount of blood from your arm, which is then analyzed in a lab.
18 services18 patients
Urine microalbumin (protein) level 82043
The urine microalbumin level test measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This test helps to detect early signs of kidney damage. High levels of albumin may suggest your kidneys aren't functioning properly. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves providing a urine sample.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis Park, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240053
Location6500 Excelsior BlvdSaint Louis Park, MN 55426 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edina, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240078
Location6401 France Avenue SouthEdina, MN 55435 · 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

M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Woodbury, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240213
Location1925 Woodwinds DriveWoodbury, MN 55125 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56345 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.

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$3.43 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.

Emergency Medicine
815 2ND ST SE, EMERGENCY DEPT
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Family Medicine
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Registered Nurse
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Hospice Care, Community Based
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Family Medicine
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Emergency Medicine
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
815 2ND ST SE
LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345

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 Darin Brink's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darin Brink is 1376655050. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Darin Brink located?

Darin Brink practices at 815 2nd St SE, Little Falls, MN 56345. The listed phone number is (320) 632-5441.

What is Darin Brink's specialty?

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

Is Darin Brink enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darin Brink 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 organizations bill Medicare for Darin Brink's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Darin Brink reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Fairview Clinics (Milaca, MN), Fairview Express Care (Princeton, MN), Healtheast St. John's Hospital (Saint Paul, MN) and St Benedict Health Center (Parkston, SD). Each 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 Darin Brink's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Darin Brink accept?

Health plans from Sanford Health Plan list Darin Brink 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 Darin Brink affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darin Brink is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St John's Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darin Brink was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.