Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine Physician · Duluth, MN
- NPI 1922159086
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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915 E 1St St
Duluth, MN 558052107
(218) 249-5208
fax (218) 726-3007 - Mailing address
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1346 W Arrowhead RD
Duluth, MN 558112218
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 12, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #46658
- Medicaid (2)
- WI #34580300 · MN #140166100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922159086. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,114
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$39,599
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 681 | 374 | $36 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 109 | 32 | $27 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 102 | 77 | $33 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 40 | 20 | $81 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 37 | 34 | $27 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 31 | 19 | $26 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 27 | 21 | $11 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 26 | 21 | $69 | |
85060 |
Blood smear interpretation by physician with written report | 21 | 21 | $23 | |
88300 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, limited examination | 16 | 16 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Duluth Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch's medical specialty?
Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Duluth, MN.
Where does Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch practice?
Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch practices at 915 E 1St St, Duluth, MN 558052107. Office phone: 2182495208.
What is Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch's NPI?
Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922159086, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kristin Baer Kartch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.