WAEL SANKAR M.D.
NPI 1477940260
Internal Medicine in Minneapolis, MN

Active since April 20, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2925 CHICAGO AVE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407(612) 863-4000(763) 236-3026 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 7, 2025, Jun 25, 2025, Nov 3, 2023 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2018).

About Wael Sankar M.d. NPPES

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

WAEL SANKAR M.D. (NPI 1477940260) is an individual internal medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (78358) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Viera Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477940260
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameWAEL SANKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address2925 CHICAGO AVEMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000
Fax(763) 236-3026
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 20258 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 7, 2025
NPI 1477940260 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 78358 Licensed in OH · 35C.003063 Licensed in FL · ME135733
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License ME135733 (FL)
2925 CHICAGO AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 18745 N Wickham RdMelbourne, FL 32940 · Phone (321) 434-3474 · Fax (321) 434-9521
Location 26850 Lake Nona BlvdOrlando, FL 32827 · Phone (407) 266-1106 · Fax (407) 266-1199
Location 31275 N High StHillsboro, OH 45133-8273 · Phone (937) 393-6100 · Fax (614) 293-2809

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid100065600FL
OtherJJ635ZFL · Fl Medicare

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

Wael Sankar M.d. 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 ID8527314806
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180628000754, I20250516002299, I20250519000256, I20251015001675
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 3

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.

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.
324 services317 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
155 services151 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.
40 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Viera Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100315
Location8745 N Wickham RdMelbourne, FL 32940 · Brevard County
Emergency services

Owatonna Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Owatonna, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number240069
Location2250 26th Street NorthwestOwatonna, MN 55060 · Steele County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Allina Health Faribault Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Faribault, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240071
Location200 State AvenueFaribault, MN 55021 · Rice County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Guam Memorial Hospital Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Tamuning, GU
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number650001
Location85O Gov Carlos G Camacho RoadTamuning, GU 96913 · Guam County
Emergency services

Guam Regional Medical City

Acute Care Hospitals · Dededo, GU
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number650003
Location133 Route 3Dededo, GU 96929 · Guam County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55407 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
$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.

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.

Internal Medicine
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Family Medicine
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Social Worker (Clinical)
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Counselor (Professional)
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine
2925 CHICAGO AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407

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 Wael Sankar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wael Sankar is 1477940260. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2015.

Where is Wael Sankar located?

Wael Sankar practices at 2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407. The listed phone number is (612) 863-4000.

What is Wael Sankar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Wael Sankar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wael Sankar 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 Wael Sankar accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and Oscar Insurance Company list Wael Sankar 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 Wael Sankar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Wael Sankar is affiliated with Viera Hospital, Owatonna Hospital, Allina Health Faribault Medical Center, Guam Memorial Hospital Authority and Guam Regional Medical City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wael Sankar was last updated on November 7, 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.