Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carol Brinkman, RN CNP
Nurse Practitioner · Waite Park, MN
- NPI 1578560405
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.8 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
223 3Rd St Ne
Waite Park, MN 563871271
(763) 272-1500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 13, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #0382194
- Medicaid
- MN #786175300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578560405. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
240
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$15,774
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 98 | 79 | $106 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 86 | 65 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 31 | 30 | $75 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 25 | 18 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Waite Park Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $20.08 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
384
Patients
74
Total drug cost
$15,319
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 120 | 35 | $1,976 |
| Liothyronine Sodium | Generic | 111 | 39 | $8,304 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 27 | 0 | $235 |
| Progesterone (Progesterone, Micronized) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $1,127 |
| Atenolol | Generic | 16 | 0 | $121 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 16 | 0 | $447 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $126 |
| Armour Thyroid (Thyroid,Pork) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,388 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,314 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $37 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carol Brinkman's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Brinkman practices Nurse Practitioner in Waite Park, MN.
Where does Dr. Carol Brinkman practice?
Dr. Carol Brinkman practices at 223 3Rd St Ne, Waite Park, MN 563871271. Office phone: 7632721500.
What is Dr. Carol Brinkman's NPI?
Dr. Carol Brinkman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578560405, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Brinkman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Brinkman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Brinkman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.