Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kelly Galster, D.O.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Palmer, MA
- NPI 1871722272
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
40 Wright Street
Palmer, MA 010691156
(413) 370-5015
fax (413) 370-5796 - Mailing address
-
280 Chestnut St, 2Nd Fl
Springfield, MA 011991001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 3, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #257958
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871722272. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
311
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$37,494
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 80 | 59 | $67 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 70 | 70 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 66 | 62 | $131 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 29 | 20 | $80 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 20 | 20 | $172 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $134 | |
49505 |
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) | 13 | 13 | $530 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 13 | 13 | $184 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Palmer Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
56
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$222
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 56 | 43 | $222 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kelly Galster's medical specialty?
Dr. Kelly Galster practices Surgery Physician in Palmer, MA.
Where does Dr. Kelly Galster practice?
Dr. Kelly Galster practices at 40 Wright Street, Palmer, MA 010691156. Office phone: 4133705015.
What is Dr. Kelly Galster's NPI?
Dr. Kelly Galster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871722272, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kelly Galster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kelly Galster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kelly Galster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.