STEVE CHARLES PALMER PA-C
NPI 1952449522
Physician Assistant in Brainerd, MN

Active since February 03, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
523 N 3RD ST, BRAINERD, MN 56401(218) 829-2861 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Steve Charles Palmer Pa-c NPPES

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

STEVE CHARLES PALMER PA-C (NPI 1952449522) is an individual physician assistant in Brainerd, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (11144) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952449522
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEVE CHARLES PALMERCredential: PA-C
Location Address523 N 3RD STBrainerd, MN 56401-3054
Mailing Address400 East Third Street, Mss 6av1-peDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-3146
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateFebruary 3, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 2019
NPI 1952449522 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses Licensed in MN · 11144 Licensed in PA · MA051106
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License MA051106 (PA)
523 N 3RD ST, Brainerd, MN 56401

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

Steve Charles Palmer Pa-c 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 ID5395844328
PECOS Enrollment IDI20121011000013
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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This 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.
113 services111 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.
34 services34 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This 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.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brainerd, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240075
Location523 North 3rd StreetBrainerd, MN 56401 · Crow Wing County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Ada

Critical Access Hospitals · Ada, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number241313
Location201 9th Street WestAda, MN 56510 · Norman County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56401 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.

Hospitalist
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Social Worker (Clinical)
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Anesthesiology
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Family Medicine
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Emergency Medicine
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
523 N 3RD ST
BRAINERD, MN 56401
Dietitian, Registered
523 N 3RD ST, ST. JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER
BRAINERD, MN 56401

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 Steve Palmer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steve Palmer is 1952449522. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 3, 2007.

Where is Steve Palmer located?

Steve Palmer practices at 523 N 3rd St, Brainerd, MN 56401. The listed phone number is (218) 829-2861.

What is Steve Palmer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Steve Palmer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steve Palmer 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 Steve Palmer accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Steve Palmer 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 Steve Palmer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Steve Palmer is affiliated with Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center and Essentia Health Ada.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steve Palmer was last updated on July 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.