ABIGAIL CHILSEN BYRD MD
NPI 1932635034
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in La Crosse, WI

Active since May 10, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI 54601(608) 782-7300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 16, 2024, May 11, 2024, May 5, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Abigail Chilsen Byrd Md NPPES

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

ABIGAIL CHILSEN BYRD MD (NPI 1932635034) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in La Crosse, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (83535-20) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Norfolk.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932635034
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameABIGAIL CHILSEN BYRDCredential: MD
Location Address1836 SOUTH AVELa Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Mailing Address1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601-5429 · (608) 782-7300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 16, 2024
✔ NPI 1932635034 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 83535-20✔ Licensed in VA · 0101266470
Definition
A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
1836 SOUTH AVE, La Crosse, WI 54601

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Abigail Chilsen Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1601 Childrens LnNorfolk, VA 23507-1910 · Phone (757) 668-8616

Accepted 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

Abigail Chilsen Byrd 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 ID6608278734
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240830003478
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Abigail Chilsen Byrd reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Clinic/Center
710 DENTON ST
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 1,457 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pediatrics
601 CHILDRENS LN
Norfolk, VA 23507
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 549 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
824 N MILITARY HWY STE 100
Norfolk, VA 23502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 1,901 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 3

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.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
51 services16 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.
17 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
17 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · La Crosse, WI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520087
Location1910 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601 · La Crosse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54601 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
$82.92 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $20.73 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.41 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $23.85 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

95.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.31
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Anesthesiology
1836 SOUTH AVE, GUNDERSEN CLINIC, LTD.
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Psychologist
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Orthopaedic Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Registered Nurse (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

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 Abigail Chilsen Byrd's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abigail Chilsen Byrd is 1932635034. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2017. The provider is also known as Abigail Chilsen MD.

Where is Abigail Chilsen Byrd located?

Abigail Chilsen Byrd practices at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601. The listed phone number is (608) 782-7300.

What is Abigail Chilsen Byrd's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Abigail Chilsen Byrd enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Abigail Chilsen Byrd 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 Abigail Chilsen Byrd's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Abigail Chilsen Byrd reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc (La Crosse, WI), Childrens Specialty Group PLLC (Norfolk, VA) and Sentara Medical Group (Norfolk, VA). 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 Abigail Chilsen Byrd's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Abigail Chilsen Byrd accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health Plan, HealthPartners, Medica and Quartz list Abigail Chilsen Byrd 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 Abigail Chilsen Byrd affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Abigail Chilsen Byrd is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Abigail Chilsen Byrd was last updated on August 16, 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.