Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Katie Hipsher, RN, CNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Duluth, MN
- NPI 1780979617
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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400 E 3Rd St, Essentia Health Duluth Clinic
Duluth, MN 558051951
(218) 786-3337
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 3, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #R176056-9
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780979617. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
769
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$17,721
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 368 | 78 | $2 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 173 | 156 | $54 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 93 | 86 | $45 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 66 | 65 | $23 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 54 | 28 | $16 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 15 | 14 | $82 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 42 peers in this city , average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
362
Patients
180
Total drug cost
$20,263
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metronidazole | Generic | 67 | 27 | $5,012 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 56 | 29 | $1,088 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 49 | 45 | $4,819 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 47 | 31 | $778 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 29 | 16 | $1,810 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 29 | 17 | $289 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 24 | 15 | $1,880 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $1,387 |
| Betamethasone Diprop Augmented (Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,073 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 11 | 0 | $592 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Katie Hipsher's medical specialty?
Dr. Katie Hipsher practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Duluth, MN.
Where does Dr. Katie Hipsher practice?
Dr. Katie Hipsher practices at 400 E 3Rd St, Duluth, MN 558051951. Office phone: 2187863337.
What is Dr. Katie Hipsher's NPI?
Dr. Katie Hipsher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780979617, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Katie Hipsher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Katie Hipsher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Katie Hipsher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.