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DR. CHAD E GALER M.D.
NPI 1639242944
Otolaryngology in Cambridge, MN

Active since November 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 DELLWOOD ST S, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008(763) 689-8700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Chad E Galer M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHAD E GALER M.D. (NPI 1639242944) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Cambridge, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (78711) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639242944
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHAD E GALERCredential: M.D.
Location Address701 DELLWOOD ST SCambridge, MN 55008-1920
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000
Phone(763) 689-8700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJune 15, 2026
✔ NPI 1639242944 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 78711
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
701 DELLWOOD ST S, Cambridge, MN 55008
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11481 W 10th StIndianapolis, IN 46202-2803 · Phone (317) 733-0204
Location 26099 Wayzata Blvd Ste 200St Louis Park, MN 55416-5538 · Phone (952) 232-4416 · Fax (612) 871-2012

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

Dr. Chad E Galer 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 ID4880681626
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250304001802
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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

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

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

Mercy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Coon Rapids, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240115
Location4050 Coon Rapids BlvdCoon Rapids, MN 55433 · Anoka County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55008 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.

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.

MRS. JENNIFER MARIE ANDERSEN LPCC
Counselor (Professional)
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-8700
DR. DAWN A SCHREIFELS M.D.
Family Medicine
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-7700
ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM
Rehabilitation, Substance Use Disorder Unit
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-7700
MERRI CHRISTINE AHLSTROM LADC
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 688-8269
MR. RUSTY JAMES MCDONALD P.A.
Physician Assistant
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-7700
MICHAEL J. JOYCE MD
Family Medicine
701 DELLWOOD ST S, CMC
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-7700
MS. JOCELYN DIANE CHESSON DNP-FNP-C, APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 689-8700
ERIC ROGER FORSLUND I
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Isanti County (763) 688-8348

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 Chad Galer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chad Galer is 1639242944. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 16, 2006.

Where is Chad Galer located?

Chad Galer practices at 701 Dellwood St S, Cambridge, MN 55008. The listed phone number is (763) 689-8700.

What is Chad Galer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Chad Galer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chad Galer 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 Chad Galer accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Chad Galer 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 Chad Galer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chad Galer is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and Mercy Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chad Galer was last updated on June 15, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 54 days 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.