Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kirk Welker, M.D.
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Rochester, MN
- NPI 1497734594
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
(507) 284-2511
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 21, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #45895
- Medicaid
- MN #892927100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497734594. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
25,247
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$136,238
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A9585 |
Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml | 21,275 | 216 | $0 | |
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 3,301 | 24 | $0 | |
70553 |
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast | 178 | 175 | $301 | |
70450 |
Ct scan head or brain without contrast | 59 | 57 | $39 | |
70551 |
Mri scan of brain without contrast | 58 | 58 | $194 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 42 | 42 | $188 | |
72141 |
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast | 34 | 34 | $147 | |
72156 |
Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast | 27 | 27 | $245 | |
70553 |
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast | 26 | 26 | $108 | |
72157 |
Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast | 26 | 26 | $281 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 127 peers in Rochester Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 637. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kirk Welker's medical specialty?
Dr. Kirk Welker practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Rochester, MN.
Where does Dr. Kirk Welker practice?
Dr. Kirk Welker practices at 200 1St St Sw, Rochester, MN 559050001. Office phone: 5072842511.
What is Dr. Kirk Welker's NPI?
Dr. Kirk Welker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497734594, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kirk Welker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kirk Welker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kirk Welker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml (HCPCS A9585); Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Mri scan of brain before and after contrast (HCPCS 70553). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.