Kirk Welker, M.D.
NPI 1497734594 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Rochester, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kirk Welker, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Rochester, MN (NPI 1497734594).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497734594
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45895 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
607 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 164 | $309 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast70551 | 42 | $195 |
| Ct Scan of Soft Tissue of Neck With Contrast70491 | 38 | $166 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 33 | $39 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 33 | $187 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure With Computerized Image Postprocessing76377 | 27 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-17
- Last updated
- 2020-08-21
- Certified
- 2020-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kirk Welker's NPI number?
- Kirk Welker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497734594, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kirk Welker's specialty?
- Kirk Welker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kirk Welker located?
- Kirk Welker's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001.
- What is Kirk Welker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kirk Welker is (507) 284-2511.
- Does Kirk Welker accept Medicare?
- Kirk Welker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kirk Welker's NPI active?
- Yes — Kirk Welker's NPI (1497734594) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.