Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Erich Gauger, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Edina, MN
- NPI 1245486612
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.5 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists, 8100 W 78Th St Suite 230
Edina, MN 55439
(763) 780-9155
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #52666
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245486612. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
262
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$27,815
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 61 | 25 | $41 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 56 | 47 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 43 | 43 | $162 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 41 | 25 | $7 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 24 | 24 | $110 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 23 | 22 | $89 | |
29848 |
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope | 14 | 12 | $465 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in this city , average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$115
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Medical, Llc | 1 | $115.48 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
13
Patients
13
Total drug cost
$161
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $161 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Erich Gauger's medical specialty?
Dr. Erich Gauger practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Edina, MN.
Where does Dr. Erich Gauger practice?
Dr. Erich Gauger practices at Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists, Edina, MN 55439. Office phone: 7637809155.
What is Dr. Erich Gauger's NPI?
Dr. Erich Gauger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245486612, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Erich Gauger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Erich Gauger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Erich Gauger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73110); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.