Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karl Papierniak, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · New Ulm, MN
- NPI 1417059221
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.5 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1217 8Th St N
New Ulm, MN 560731552
(507) 217-5000 - Mailing address
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2925 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 554071321
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 10, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #28425
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417059221. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
300
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$31,621
| 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 | 64 | 64 | $5 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 52 | 52 | $174 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 35 | 35 | $150 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 32 | 32 | $174 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 31 | $101 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 24 | 20 | $34 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 20 | 20 | $240 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 17 | 15 | $64 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 13 | 13 | $46 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 12 | 12 | $79 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in New Ulm Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
22
Patients
19
Total drug cost
$71
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 19 | $71 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karl Papierniak's medical specialty?
Dr. Karl Papierniak practices Surgery Physician in New Ulm, MN.
Where does Dr. Karl Papierniak practice?
Dr. Karl Papierniak practices at 1217 8Th St N, New Ulm, MN 560731552. Office phone: 5072175000.
What is Dr. Karl Papierniak's NPI?
Dr. Karl Papierniak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417059221, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karl Papierniak accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karl Papierniak accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karl Papierniak 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); Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk (HCPCS G0121); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.