BENITA GUSAAS-GOODWIN MSW, LICSW
NPI 1801349071
Social Worker - Clinical in Duluth, MN

Q: What is Benita Gusaas-goodwin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benita Gusaas-goodwin is 1801349071. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2016.

Q: What is Benita Gusaas-goodwin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Social Worker, specializing in Clinical, with taxonomy code 1041C0700X.

Active since July 25, 2016PECOS Enrolled

220 N 6TH AVE E, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 249-5555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 18, 2020, Oct 29, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Benita Gusaas-goodwin Msw, Licsw NPPES

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

BENITA GUSAAS-GOODWIN MSW, LICSW (NPI 1801349071) is an individual clinical provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (22908) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801349071

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy1041C0700X

Provider Legal NameBENITA GUSAAS-GOODWINCredential: MSW, LICSW

Location Address220 N 6TH AVE EDuluth, MN 55805-1952

Mailing Address915 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805-2107 · (218) 249-5555

Phone(218) 249-5555

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 18, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 18, 2020

✔ NPI 1801349071 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySocial Worker · ClinicalBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

Taxonomy Code1041C0700X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 22908

Definition

A social worker who holds a master's or doctoral degree in social work from an accredited school of social work in addition to at least two years of post-master's supervised experience in a clinical setting. The social worker must be licensed, certified, or registered at the clinical level in the jurisdiction of practice. A clinical social worker provides direct services, including interventions focused on interpersonal interactions, intrapsychic dynamics, and life management issues. Clinical social work services are based on bio-psychosocial perspectives. Services consist of assessment, diagnosis, treatment (including psychotherapy and counseling), client-centered advocacy, consultation, evaluation, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, or behavioral disturbances.

220 N 6TH AVE E, Duluth, MN 55805

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Security 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 (PECOS)

Benita Gusaas-goodwin Msw, Licsw is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID143516914

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160902000079

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 4

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.

Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834

Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.

186 services32 patients

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837

Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.

29 services17 patients

Psychotherapy, 30 minutes 90832

Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 30-minute session, the therapist helps you explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to better understand yourself and manage life's challenges.

26 services16 patients

Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791

A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.

16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240047

Location915 East 1st StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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

$0.00 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $0.00 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code NA

Established Patient

$69.74 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

BARI SCHECKNER HILLMAN PHD

Psychologist