SARAH TERESA PALMER MD
NPI 1932547833
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Minneapolis, MN

Q: What is Sarah Palmer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Palmer is 1932547833. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2013. The provider is also known as Sarah Ward.

Q: What is Sarah Palmer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Palmer was last updated on August 9, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since June 13, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

83.53/100

CMS Quality Rating

800 E 28TH ST STE H2100, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407(128) 636-3900(612) 775-3199 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 9, 2022, Apr 13, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Sarah Teresa Palmer Md NPPES

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

SARAH TERESA PALMER MD (NPI 1932547833) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (71882) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932547833

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameSARAH TERESA PALMERCredential: MD

Location Address800 E 28TH ST STE H2100Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723

Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000

Phone(128) 636-3900

Fax(612) 775-3199

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateJune 13, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 9, 2022

✔ NPI 1932547833 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 71882✔ Licensed in MI · 4301103490

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 4301103490 (MI)

800 E 28TH ST STE H2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Sarah Ward

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica.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

Sarah Teresa Palmer Md 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 ID6103132915

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220726003031

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 7

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.

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

51 services51 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

20 services20 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

14 services14 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

13 services13 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

12 services12 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240057

Location800 East 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview University Of Mn

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240080

Location2450 Riverside AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55454 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Coon Rapids, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240115

Location4050 Coon Rapids BlvdCoon Rapids, MN 55433 · Anoka County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55407 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

$168.28 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

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

Most-billed visit code 99205

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.

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.

83.53/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.79

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

63.31

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Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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