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RICHARD S SPONG M.D.
NPI 1689651093
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Minneapolis, MN

Active since December 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
516 DELWARE ST SE PWB CLINIC 2A, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA PHYSICIANS, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55455(612) 624-9444(612) 626-3840 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 17, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Richard S Spong M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD S SPONG M.D. (NPI 1689651093) is an individual nephrology provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (45487) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Alomere Health, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689651093
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD S SPONGCredential: M.D.
Location Address516 DELWARE ST SE PWB CLINIC 2A, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA PHYSICIANSMinneapolis, MN 55455-0356
Mailing Address420 Delaware St Se Mmc 736, University Of Minnesota PhysiciansMinneapolis, MN 55455-0356 · (612) 624-9444 · Fax (612) 626-3840
Phone(612) 624-9444
Fax(612) 626-3840
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateDecember 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 17, 2012
✔ NPI 1689651093 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 45487
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 45487 (MN)
516 DELWARE ST SE PWB CLINIC 2A, Minneapolis, MN 55455
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Other Identifiers 14

Other31-00223Medica - Choice
OtherHP39753Healthpartners
Other1034834Preferredone
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedP00222225Rail Road Medicare
Other31-00223Medica - Primary
Other131139Ucare
Other435R4SPMN · Bluecross Blueshield
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified390000351Medicare
Medicaid34508900WI
Other1936380Araz
Medicare UPINH99838
Medicaid0577080IA
Medicaid0072998MT
Medicaid488970300MN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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

Richard S Spong 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 ID2769373745
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040320000652
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 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
394 services87 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.
129 services113 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.
103 services91 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
52 services43 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.
50 services48 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
29 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Alomere Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240030
Location111 17th Avenue EastAlexandria, MN 56308 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview University Of Mn

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240080
Location2450 Riverside AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55454 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Burnsville, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240207
Location201 East Nicollet BoulevardBurnsville, MN 55337 · Dakota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshfield Medical Center - Rice Lake

Acute Care Hospitals · Rice Lake, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520011
Location1700 West Stout StreetRice Lake, WI 54868 · Barron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshfield Medical Center - Eau Claire

Acute Care Hospitals · Eau Claire, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520210
Location2310 Craig RdEau Claire, WI 54701 · Eau Claire County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55455 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

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

Azathioprine, oral, 50 mg J7500
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
17 suppliers191 claims12,690 services$0.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 100 mg J7502
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers58 claims2,924 services$1.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
15 suppliers179 claims51,750 services$1.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
119 suppliers2,651 claims233,573 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, extended release, (astagraf xl), oral, 0.1 mg J7508
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier27 claims5,280 services$0.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
27 suppliers514 claims34,772 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Richard Spong's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Spong is 1689651093. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 28, 2005.

Where is Richard Spong located?

Richard Spong practices at 516 Delware St SE Pwb Clinic 2A University Of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455. The listed phone number is (612) 624-9444.

What is Richard Spong's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Richard Spong enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Spong 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 Richard Spong accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Richard Spong 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 Richard Spong affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Spong is affiliated with Alomere Health, M Health Fairview University Of Mn, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Rice Lake and Marshfield Medical Center - Eau Claire.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Spong was last updated on May 17, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 years 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.