Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bjorn Westgard, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician · Saint Paul, MN
- NPI 1609042167
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.5 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
640 Jackson St
Saint Paul, MN 551012595
(651) 254-3456
fax (651) 254-5216
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #49631
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609042167. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
278
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$36,557
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 106 | 105 | $165 | |
99183 |
Management of oxygen chamber therapy | 76 | 32 | $101 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 49 | 49 | $113 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 27 | 26 | $67 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 20 | 20 | $202 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 42 peers in Saint Paul Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 3.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
53
Patients
52
Total drug cost
$344
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $136 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 13 | 12 | $62 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $113 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $33 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bjorn Westgard's medical specialty?
Dr. Bjorn Westgard practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Saint Paul, MN.
Where does Dr. Bjorn Westgard practice?
Dr. Bjorn Westgard practices at 640 Jackson St, Saint Paul, MN 551012595. Office phone: 6512543456.
What is Dr. Bjorn Westgard's NPI?
Dr. Bjorn Westgard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609042167, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bjorn Westgard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bjorn Westgard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bjorn Westgard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Management of oxygen chamber therapy (HCPCS 99183); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.