CAROL ANNE MINZEL CNP
NPI 1659309342
Nurse Practitioner in Austin, MN

Active since June 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 1ST DR NW, AUSTIN, MN 55912(507) 433-7351(507) 434-1957 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 10, 2026, Sep 28, 2020, Jun 10, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Carol Anne Minzel Cnp NPPES

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

CAROL ANNE MINZEL CNP (NPI 1659309342) is an individual nurse practitioner in Austin, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (1578) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659309342
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameCAROL ANNE MINZELCredential: CNP
Location Address1000 1ST DR NWAustin, MN 55912-2941
Mailing Address1000 1st Dr NwAustin, MN 55912-2941 · (507) 433-7351 · Fax (507) 434-1957
Fax(507) 434-1957
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2026
NPI 1659309342 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 1578 Licensed in MN · R09632521 Licensed in MN · 932521
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
1000 1ST DR NW, Austin, MN 55912

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

Carol Anne Minzel Cnp 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 ID3375563497
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051202000649
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.

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.
90 services74 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
19 services19 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax by washing 69209
Impacted ear wax removal by washing, also known as ear irrigation, involves using a pressurized flow of water to break up and dislodge the ear wax. This safe procedure helps restore normal hearing and relieve discomfort caused by the blockage.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Albert Lea, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240043
Location404 West Fountain StreetAlbert Lea, MN 56007 · Freeborn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55912 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
$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
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Physician Assistant
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Audiologist
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Internal Medicine
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Internal Medicine
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Ophthalmology
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912
Family Medicine
1000 1ST DR NW
AUSTIN, MN 55912

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 Carol Minzel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carol Minzel is 1659309342. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2006.

Where is Carol Minzel located?

Carol Minzel practices at 1000 1st Dr NW, Austin, MN 55912. The listed phone number is (507) 433-7351.

What is Carol Minzel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Carol Minzel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carol Minzel 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 Carol Minzel accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Carol Minzel 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 Carol Minzel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carol Minzel is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carol Minzel was last updated on March 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.