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MELINDA VALSVIG DNAP
NPI 1740856053
Anesthesiology in Sioux Falls, SD

Active since May 28, 2021Accepts Medicare Assignment
94.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
910 E 20TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105(605) 334-6730 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 28, 2023, May 28, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melinda Valsvig Dnap NPPES

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

MELINDA VALSVIG DNAP (NPI 1740856053) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, licensed in Iowa (D163625) and active in the NPI registry since May 2021. She is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740856053
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA VALSVIGCredential: DNAP
Location Address910 E 20TH STSioux Falls, SD 57105-1012
Mailing Address910 E 20th StSioux Falls, SD 57105-1012 · (712) 790-6573
Phone(605) 334-6730
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateMay 28, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2023
✔ NPI 1740856053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · D163625
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
910 E 20TH ST, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Avera Health Plans, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc., Wellmark of South Dakota, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melinda Valsvig Dnap 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 ID2961802749
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220930002180

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

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

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital LLP
1.0 mi
Primary Care
716 E 19TH ST
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1316946809 (South Dakota)
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245516780 (605) 444-8650
Avera Mckennan
1.0 mi
Family Medicine
1200 S 7TH AVE
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 1,277 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376575514 (605) 336-2140

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 5

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.

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145
Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638
Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810
Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number430016
Location1325 S Cliff AveSioux Falls, SD 57117 · Minnehaha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

94.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability87
Improvement Activities40
Cost91.25

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.

SIOUX FALLS SPECIALTY HOSPITAL LLP
Special Hospital
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 334-6730
MRS. SYDNEY M RITTER
Registered Nurse
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 929-1982
BONNIE L. BLEEKER PA-C
Physician Assistant
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 334-6730
KATHERINE OLSON
Occupational Therapist
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 331-5890
MELANIE GIBBONS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 334-6730
ADAM N WOLLMAN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 334-6730
SIOUX FALLS SPECIALTY HOSPITAL, LLP
Special Hospital
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 334-6730
KEEGAN KIEL HAGE
Registered Nurse (Ambulatory Care)
910 E 20TH ST
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105
Minnehaha County (605) 444-8129

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 Melinda Valsvig's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Valsvig is 1740856053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2021.

Where is Melinda Valsvig located?

Melinda Valsvig practices at 910 E 20th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105. The listed phone number is (605) 334-6730.

What is Melinda Valsvig's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Melinda Valsvig enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Valsvig 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Melinda Valsvig's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melinda Valsvig reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital LLP (Sioux Falls, SD) and Avera Mckennan (Sioux Falls, SD). 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 Melinda Valsvig's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melinda Valsvig accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. and Wellmark of South Dakota, Inc. list Melinda Valsvig 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 Melinda Valsvig affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Valsvig is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Valsvig was last updated on October 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.