Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carl Kaster, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Detroit Lakes, MN
- NPI 1295748440
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1027 Washington Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 565013409
(218) 847-5611
fax (218) 847-0881
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 11, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #43687
- Medicaid (2)
- MN #1295748440 · MN #231975600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295748440. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
264
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$33,057
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 130 | 121 | $114 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 95 | 94 | $165 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 39 | 38 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 3.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
161
Patients
152
Total drug cost
$1,194
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 39 | $178 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 26 | 26 | $208 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 23 | 23 | $59 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 22 | 22 | $134 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 19 | 18 | $116 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 19 | 13 | $279 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $220 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carl Kaster's medical specialty?
Dr. Carl Kaster practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Detroit Lakes, MN.
Where does Dr. Carl Kaster practice?
Dr. Carl Kaster practices at 1027 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 565013409. Office phone: 2188475611.
What is Dr. Carl Kaster's NPI?
Dr. Carl Kaster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295748440, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carl Kaster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carl Kaster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carl Kaster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.