Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Yonas Getachew, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Gastroenterology Physician · La Crosse, WI
- NPI 1669499000
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
700 West Ave S
La Crosse, WI 546014783
(608) 785-0940 - Mailing address
-
200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 18, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Wisconsin #21104 · Texas #L7392 · Iowa #MD-44761
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669499000. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
586
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$82,766
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 183 | 182 | $236 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 112 | 110 | $106 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 81 | 80 | $89 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 39 | 39 | $94 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 25 | 20 | $76 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 20 | 16 | $114 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 17 | 12 | $139 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 16 | 16 | $166 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 16 | 14 | $122 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $124 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in La Crosse Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 55. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
341
Patients
259
Total drug cost
$349,100
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 142 | 141 | $2,446 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 56 | 56 | $1,015 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 38 | 37 | $697 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 25 | 25 | $496 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 18 | 0 | $362 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 14 | 0 | $132 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,184 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $12 |
| Stelara (Ustekinumab) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $342,439 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $318 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Yonas Getachew's medical specialty?
Dr. Yonas Getachew practices Gastroenterology Physician in La Crosse, WI.
Where does Dr. Yonas Getachew practice?
Dr. Yonas Getachew practices at 700 West Ave S, La Crosse, WI 546014783. Office phone: 6087850940.
What is Dr. Yonas Getachew's NPI?
Dr. Yonas Getachew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669499000, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Yonas Getachew accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Yonas Getachew accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Yonas Getachew commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.