LAURENCE C BERG MD
NPI 1437153392
Pathology - Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine in La Crosse, WI

Active since June 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI 54601(608) 782-7300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Laurence C Berg Md NPPES

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

LAURENCE C BERG MD (NPI 1437153392) is an individual clinical pathology/laboratory medicine provider in La Crosse, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (30718) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437153392
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0105X
Provider Legal NameLAURENCE C BERGCredential: MD
Location Address1836 SOUTH AVELa Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Mailing Address1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601-5429 · (608) 782-7300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 2016
✔ NPI 1437153392 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0105X
License✔ Licensed in WI · 30718
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
1836 SOUTH AVE, La Crosse, WI 54601

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PIN0276WI
Medicare UPINF58038
Medicaid31926700WI

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

Laurence C Berg 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 ID5597864561
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070618000012, I20251211000276
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

10

Medicare enrollment records show Laurence Berg reassigns Medicare billing to 10 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Clinic/Center
1836 SOUTH AVE
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 928 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
710 DENTON ST
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin and Minnesota enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1376593442 (Minnesota)
  • 1,457 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
855 MANKATO AVE
Winona, MN 55987
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 330 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
420 S PETERSON AVE
Blair, WI 54616
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 293 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
501 GOPHER DR
Tomah, WI 54660
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 249 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
400 WATER AVE
Hillsboro, WI 54634
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Josephs Health Services Inc
  • 282 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
205 PARKER ST
Boscobel, WI 53805
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 299 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
402 W LAKE ST
Friendship, WI 53934
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 280 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
2945 HAZELWOOD STREET, SUITE 310
Maplewood, MN 55109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine
5666 E. STATE ST
Rockford, IL 61108
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 15 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 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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
228 services126 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
95 services65 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
22 services20 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
22 services18 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
18 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Ottawa, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140110
Location1100 E Norris DriveOttawa, IL 61350 · La Salle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Anthony Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rockford, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140233
Location5666 East State StreetRockford, IL 61108 · Winnebago County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Glencoe Regional Health

Critical Access Hospitals · Glencoe, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number241355
Location1805 Hennepin Avenue NorthGlencoe, MN 55336 · Mc Leod County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Western Wisconsin Health

Critical Access Hospitals · Baldwin, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521347
Location1100 Bergslien StBaldwin, WI 54002 · St. Croix County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54601 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
$123.69 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.41 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $23.85 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
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.

Anesthesiology
1836 SOUTH AVE, GUNDERSEN CLINIC, LTD.
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Psychologist
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Orthopaedic Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Registered Nurse (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

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 Laurence Berg's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurence Berg is 1437153392. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2005.

Where is Laurence Berg located?

Laurence Berg practices at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601. The listed phone number is (608) 782-7300.

What is Laurence Berg's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZP0105X.

Is Laurence Berg enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laurence Berg 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 Laurence Berg's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laurence Berg reassigns Medicare benefits to 10 organizations: Gundersen Clinic Ltd (La Crosse, WI), Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc (La Crosse, WI), Winona Health Services (Winona, MN), Tri-County Memorial Hospital, Inc. (Blair, WI), Tomah Memorial Hospital Inc (Tomah, WI) and 5 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Laurence Berg's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laurence Berg accept?

Health plans from Group Health Cooperative-SCW list Laurence Berg 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 Laurence Berg affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laurence Berg is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, Saint Anthony Medical Center, Glencoe Regional Health and Western Wisconsin Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laurence Berg was last updated on March 31, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.