Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Bechard, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Edina, MN
- NPI 1689991556
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.6 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6401 France Ave S
Edina, MN 554352104
(952) 924-8463
fax (952) 924-8358 - Mailing address
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30 Paisley Ln
Golden Valley, MN 554224922
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 13, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #56482
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689991556. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
345
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$29,049
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 149 | 78 | $74 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 73 | 35 | $47 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 52 | 52 | $107 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 35 | 22 | $111 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 21 | 21 | $160 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 15 | 15 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 78. This provider delivers 4.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$304
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $181 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 12 | 0 | $122 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Bechard's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Bechard practices Hospitalist Physician in Edina, MN.
Where does Dr. Paul Bechard practice?
Dr. Paul Bechard practices at 6401 France Ave S, Edina, MN 554352104. Office phone: 9529248463.
What is Dr. Paul Bechard's NPI?
Dr. Paul Bechard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689991556, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Bechard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Bechard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Bechard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.