KATIE ROSE HIPSHER RN, CNP
NPI 1780979617
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Duluth, MN
NPI Status: Active since June 20, 2011
Contact Information
400 E 3RD ST
ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH CLINIC
DULUTH, MN
ZIP 55805
Phone: (218) 786-3337
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 15
- Nurse Practitioner
- Family
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About KATIE HIPSHER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Katie Hipsher, a provider established in Duluth, Minnesota with a medical specialization in Nurse Practitioner, focusing in family and more than 15 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1780979617 assigned on June 2011. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363LF0000X with license number R176056-9 (MN). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.
- NPI
- 1780979617
- Provider Name
- KATIE ROSE HIPSHER RN, CNP
- Other Name
- KATIE MERTES
- Other Name Type
- Professional Name (2)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 400 E 3RD ST ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH CLINIC DULUTH, MN 55805
- Location Phone
- (218) 786-3337
- Mailing Address
- 400 E 3RD ST ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH CLINIC DULUTH, MN 55805
- Mailing Phone
- (218) 786-3337
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2011
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-20-2011
- Last Update Date
- 06-03-2015
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A nurse practitioner (NP) like Katie Hipsher is an experienced registered nurse with a master’s or doctoral degree and advanced clinical training. Nurse practitioners can work in many different specialties including primary care, pediatrics, cardiology, emergency, women’s health, oncology or geriatrics. Nurse practitioners provide services like physical exams, order laboratory tests, manage diseases, write prescriptions, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Nurse Practitioner Family
- Taxonomy Code
- 363LF0000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- R176056-9
- License State
- MN
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Atlas $1,300 Gold - PPO
- Atlas $2,000 Standard Gold - PPO
- Atlas $3,050 Plus Silver - PPO
- Atlas $3,800 HSA Silver - PPO
- Atlas $6,000 Standard Silver - PPO
- Atlas $6,800 Plus Bronze HSA - PPO
- Atlas $7,500 Standard Bronze HSA - PPO
- Atlas $8,400 HSA Bronze - PPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Bronze HSA - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Bronze Share - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Bronze Share - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold Share - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold Share - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold Standard - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Gold Standard - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver Share - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver Share - HMO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver Standard - EPO
- Essentia Choice Care with Medica Silver Standard - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze HSA - EPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $1,750 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $10,600 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $3,500 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $4,750 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $6,500 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity $7,200 HSA Qualified - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $2,000 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $6,000 - PPO
- Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $7,500 - PPO
- Premier $2,000 - 25% - HMO
- Premier $3,500 - 30% - HMO
- Premier $4,000 - 50% - HMO
- Premier $5,000 HDHP - HMO
- Premier $6,000 - 40% - HMO
- Premier $7,500 - HMO
- Premier $7,500 HDHP - HMO
- Select $2,000 - 25% - EPO
- Select $3,500 - 30% - EPO
- Select $4,000 - 50% - EPO
- Select $5,000 HDHP - EPO
- Select $6,000 - 40% - EPO
- Select $7,500 - EPO
- Select $7,500 HDHP - EPO
- Select $9,500 - EPO
- Select Protection - EPO
- Premier HMO $1,500 - 30% - HMO
- Premier HMO $2,500 - 20% Copay - HMO
- Premier HMO $3,400 - 30% HDHP - HMO
- Premier HMO $3,500 - 30% - HMO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Katie Hipsher is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Katie Hipsher is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 6002089620
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20111026000970
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Melanoma (skin cancer) excision
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
This service was performed 17 times for 12 patientsA biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
This service was performed 42 times for 41 patients"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
This service was performed 80 times for 75 patientsThis procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.
This service was performed 16 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
This service was performed 290 times for 59 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 147 times for 138 patientsMelanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.45 for a new patient copayment and $24.65 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 55805 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $85.82
- Minimum New Patient Price $56
- Maximum New Patient Price $168.28
- Average New Patient Copayment $21.45
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.07
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $98.61
- Minimum Established Patient Price $18.32
- Maximum Established Patient Price $138.04
- Average Established Patient Copayment $24.65
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.58
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.51
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Katie Hipsher is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH | 502 EAST SECOND STREET DULUTH, MN 55805 | (218) 786-2652 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| ESSENTIA HEALTH MOOSE LAKE | 4572 COUNTY ROAD 61 MOOSE LAKE, MN 55767 | (218) 786-1367 | Critical Access Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1780979617, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 73. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 73 = 7).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 73 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1780979617, enumerated as an "individual" on June 20, 2011.
The provider is located at 400 E 3RD ST ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH CLINIC DULUTH, MN 55805 and the phone number is (218) 786-3337.
Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363LF0000X and a focus in Family.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Katie Hipsher is affiliated with: ESSENTIA HEALTH DULUTH and ESSENTIA HEALTH MOOSE LAKE.
