Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow, MD

Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Hastings, MN

  • NPI 1942260542
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 83.5 / 100 · 2023
  • 41 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1210 1St St W
Hastings, MN 550331147
(651) 438-1800
Mailing address
2925 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 554071321

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 11, 2021
Year of graduation
1985 — 41 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RG0100X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Minnesota #31476
Medicaid
MN #931295100

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942260542. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
388
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$38,085
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
G0500 Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito 146 143 $5
45385 Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 79 79 $240
G0500 Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito 32 32 $5
G0105 Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk 27 27 $174
45385 Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 21 21 $240
G0121 Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk 16 16 $174
36415 Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 15 11 $8
43239 Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 13 13 $82
43248 Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope 13 12 $148
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes 13 13 $107

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
500
Patients
407
Total drug cost
$94,830
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) Brand 330 326 $5,817
Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) Brand 42 41 $870
Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) Brand 28 28 $634
Omeprazole Generic 27 12 $279
Mesalamine Generic 23 0 $7,109
Pantoprazole Sodium Generic 13 0 $293
Sulfasalazine Generic 13 0 $724
Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) Brand 12 0 $78,429
Sulfasalazine Dr (Sulfasalazine) Brand 12 0 $676

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow's medical specialty?
Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow practices Gastroenterology Physician in Hastings, MN.
Where does Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow practice?
Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow practices at 1210 1St St W, Hastings, MN 550331147. Office phone: 6514381800.
What is Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow's NPI?
Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942260542, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christina Pieper-Bigelow commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.