WALTER ERNST GALICICH MD
NPI 1457369241
Neurological Surgery in Minneapolis, MN

Q: What is Walter Galicich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Galicich is 1457369241. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2006.

Q: What is Walter Galicich's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Galicich was last updated on October 30, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.

Active since August 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.42/100

CMS Quality Rating

701 PARK AVE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415(612) 873-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Walter Ernst Galicich Md NPPES

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

WALTER ERNST GALICICH MD (NPI 1457369241) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (38689) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center, and is a graduate of Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457369241

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameWALTER ERNST GALICICHCredential: MD

Location Address701 PARK AVEMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623

Mailing Address701 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623 · (612) 873-3000

Phone(612) 873-3000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSJs Weill Medical College, Cornell UniversityGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 2025

NPPES CertifiedOctober 30, 2025

✔ NPI 1457369241 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 38689

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Walter Ernst Galicich 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 ID3274548607

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100322000948

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 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.

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.

27 services22 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.

26 services23 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

20 services20 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

20 services18 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.

17 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hennepin County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number240004

Location701 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55415 · Hennepin 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55415 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.

91.42/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

78.78

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

62.8

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.

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