MS. KELSEA N PEARSON FOSTER PA-C
NPI 1437701976
Physician Assistant in Duluth, MN

Active since July 15, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E 3RD ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2022, Dec 16, 2020, Nov 17, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Ms. Kelsea N Pearson Foster Pa-c NPPES

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

MS. KELSEA N PEARSON FOSTER PA-C (NPI 1437701976) is an individual physician assistant in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (13215) and active in the NPI registry since July 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437701976
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMS. KELSEA N PEARSON FOSTERCredential: PA-C
Location Address400 E 3RD STDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8364
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2022
NPI 1437701976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MN · 13215
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

400 E 3RD ST, Duluth, MN 55805

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kelsea N Pearson

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1619 W Central EntranceDuluth, MN 55811-5448 · Phone (218) 249-4987 · Fax (218) 249-4989
Location 2915 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805-2193 · Phone (218) 249-5555

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

Ms. Kelsea N Pearson Foster Pa-c 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 ID2466884945
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191121002456
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 9

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
473 services92 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
196 services190 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
119 services116 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
56 services55 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.
47 services45 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103
A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
44 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Virginia

Acute Care Hospitals · Virginia, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240084
Location901 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
3 suppliers26 claims26 services$24.55 avg. paid by Medicare
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
1 supplier11 claims11 services$185.29 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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Hospitalist
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical-Surgical)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

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 Kelsea Pearson Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kelsea Pearson Foster is 1437701976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2019. The provider is also known as Kelsea N Pearson.

Where is Kelsea Pearson Foster located?

Kelsea Pearson Foster practices at 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8364.

What is Kelsea Pearson Foster's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Kelsea Pearson Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kelsea Pearson Foster 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 Kelsea Pearson Foster accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica and Security Health Plan list Kelsea Pearson Foster 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 Kelsea Pearson Foster affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kelsea Pearson Foster is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth and Essentia Health Virginia.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kelsea Pearson Foster was last updated on July 27, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.