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DR. CRAIG STUART WALVATNE M.D.
NPI 1972515427
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Blaine, MN

Active since August 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
11855 ULYSSES ST NE, 220, BLAINE, MN 55434(763) 427-8547(763) 576-5394 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 22, 2022, Mar 14, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Craig Stuart Walvatne M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CRAIG STUART WALVATNE M.D. (NPI 1972515427) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Blaine, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (31967) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972515427
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameDR. CRAIG STUART WALVATNECredential: M.D.
Location Address11855 ULYSSES ST NE, 220Blaine, MN 55434-3947
Mailing Address3887 Coon Rapids Blvd NwCoon Rapids, MN 55433-2518 · (763) 427-8547 · Fax (763) 576-5394
Phone(763) 427-8547
Fax(763) 576-5394
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1972515427 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 31967
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 27345-020 (WI), 31967 (MN)
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License 31967 (MN), 27345-020 (WI)
11855 ULYSSES ST NE, Blaine, MN 55434
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid476753500MN
Medicaid1778251MN
OtherHSZ009MN · Medicare Grp B
Other301T6WAMN · Bcbs

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Craig Stuart Walvatne 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 ID5496845174
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071218000558
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 10

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.

Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 97597
This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
241 services34 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
200 services23 patients
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.
125 services66 patients
Application of vein wound compression bandages on lower leg, ankle, and foot 29581
Compression bandages are applied to your lower leg, ankle, and foot to promote healing of vein wounds. The bandages apply pressure to improve blood flow, reduce swelling, and accelerate wound healing. It's a safe, non-invasive treatment.
103 services16 patients
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970
An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.
79 services49 patients
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93971
This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.
77 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55434 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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
55%123 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
78%51 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
53%664 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
69%223 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 98% · 224 patients
Patients tobacco: 96% · 223 patients
90%30 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
85%200 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
0%222 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%198 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 112 patients
0%112 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Contact layer, sterile, more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing A6207
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers14 claims146 services$7.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Hydrogel dressing, wound filler, gel, per fluid ounce A6248
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers11 claims29 services$13.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6449
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers11 claims285 services$1.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Self-adherent bandage, elastic, non-knitted/non-woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6454
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers11 claims282 services$0.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

MINNESOTA INTERVENTIONAL PAIN ASSOCIATES
Clinic/Center (Pain)
11855 ULYSSES ST NE, SUITE 240
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (651) 430-3800
RACHEL HILDEBRAND
Pediatrics
11855 ULYSSES ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 581-0555
ANNA BOYD PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
11855 ULYSSES ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 581-0555
ANN KATHRYN SCHENDEL LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
11855 ULYSSES ST NE, 250
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 754-0903
TARA L. LEWIS PT
Physical Therapist
11855 ULYSSES ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 767-3140
DAVID MOGA
Physical Therapist
11855 ULYSSES ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 634-7601
MS. CARLY L. MATTSON PT
Physical Therapist
11855 ULYSSES ST NE, STE 20
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 767-3140
LORI JEAN TREB
Dietitian, Registered
11855 ULYSSES ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55434
Anoka County (763) 785-4200

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 Craig Walvatne's NPI number?

The NPI number for Craig Walvatne is 1972515427. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2006.

Where is Craig Walvatne located?

Craig Walvatne practices at 11855 Ulysses St NE 220, Blaine, MN 55434. The listed phone number is (763) 427-8547.

What is Craig Walvatne's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is Craig Walvatne enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Craig Walvatne 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 Craig Walvatne accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Craig Walvatne 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 Craig Walvatne affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Craig Walvatne is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Craig Walvatne was last updated on July 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months 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.