DR. MELVIN D. HELGESON M.D.
NPI 1881709244
Orthopaedic Surgery in Rochester, MN

Active since August 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 8, 2024, Dec 18, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Melvin D. Helgeson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELVIN D. HELGESON M.D. (NPI 1881709244) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (75819) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and maintains a secondary practice location in Abingdon.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881709244
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELVIN D. HELGESONCredential: M.D.
Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 8, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 8, 2024
NPI 1881709244 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 75819 Licensed in WI · 48584-20 Licensed in NY · 279775 Licensed in VA · 0101251731
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 116000 Johnston Memorial Dr, Suite100 AAbingdon, VA 24211-7664 · Phone (276) 258-1760 · Fax (276) 258-1965

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1881709244VA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melvin D. Helgeson 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 ID3173718061
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240822000832
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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
38 services38 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.
22 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240010
Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55905 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Internal Medicine
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Optometrist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Psychologist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905

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 Melvin Helgeson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melvin Helgeson is 1881709244. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2006.

Where is Melvin Helgeson located?

Melvin Helgeson practices at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905. The listed phone number is (507) 284-2511.

What is Melvin Helgeson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Melvin Helgeson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melvin Helgeson 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 Melvin Helgeson accept?

Health plans from Medica list Melvin Helgeson 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 Melvin Helgeson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melvin Helgeson is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melvin Helgeson was last updated on August 8, 2024. 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.