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DR. BERNICE M KOLB MD
NPI 1740200625
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in Buffalo, MN

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS Enrolled
303 CATLIN ST, BUFFALO, MN 55313(763) 684-6160(612) 262-8766 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Bernice M Kolb Md NPPES

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

DR. BERNICE M KOLB MD (NPI 1740200625) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Buffalo, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (40485) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Buffalo.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740200625
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RS0012X
Provider Legal NameDR. BERNICE M KOLBCredential: MD
Location Address303 CATLIN STBuffalo, MN 55313-1947
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000
Phone(763) 684-6160
Fax(612) 262-8766
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1740200625 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RS0012X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 40485
Definition
An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 40485 (MN)
303 CATLIN ST, Buffalo, MN 55313
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11700 Highway 25 NBuffalo, MN 55313-1930 · Phone (763) 682-1313

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Bernice M Kolb Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Bernice Kolb reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Allina Health System
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
303 CATLIN ST
Buffalo, MN 55313
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1255216701 (Minnesota)
  • 2,609 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295272342 (763) 684-6160
Centracare Health System-Nr LLC
8.5 mi
Critical Access
1013 HART BLVD
Monticello, MN 55362
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 285 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275872772 (763) 295-2945

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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 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.
46 services46 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.
43 services43 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.
20 services18 patients
Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811
A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.
17 services17 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort 95806
A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.
16 services16 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.
15 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55313 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 19

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers16 claims49 services$4.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
12 suppliers69 claims69 services$32.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers124 claims124 services$70.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers127 claims329 services$26.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
10 suppliers131 claims745 services$14.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers66 claims373 services$11.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

ERIKA RENEE SCHILLA
Audiologist
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 682-5225
ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (952) 653-2528
GLENNA M KRAMER OTR
Occupational Therapist
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 684-3856
ERIN ELIZABETH NELSON NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 682-5225
MRS. WENDY ROBERTA TIMMONS PAC
Physician Assistant
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 684-6160
JOSIAH NUNEMAKER ATR
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (952) 288-6099
JOHN M SPIELMANN MD
Anesthesiology
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 682-1212
GRANT MCFADDEN PA-C, MPAS
Physician Assistant
303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
Wright County (763) 682-5225

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 Bernice Kolb's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bernice Kolb is 1740200625. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Bernice Kolb located?

Bernice Kolb practices at 303 Catlin St, Buffalo, MN 55313. The listed phone number is (763) 684-6160.

What is Bernice Kolb's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Is Bernice Kolb enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bernice Kolb is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Bernice Kolb's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bernice Kolb reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Allina Health System (Buffalo, MN) and Centracare Health System-Nr LLC (Monticello, MN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Bernice Kolb's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bernice Kolb was last updated on July 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.