Patrick Kern, DO
NPI 1689879728 · Rheumatology Physician · Saint Cloud, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patrick Kern, DO is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Saint Cloud, MN (NPI 1689879728).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689879728
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 52805 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
831 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 446 | $98 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 283 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 58 | $125 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 19 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 14 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 982 | 264 |
| Prednisone | 569 | 173 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 372 | 120 |
| Leflunomide | 170 | 48 |
| Allopurinol | 158 | 38 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 139 | 17 |
| Sulfasalazine | 112 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-19
- Last updated
- 2023-03-27
- Certified
- 2023-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patrick Kern's NPI number?
- Patrick Kern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689879728, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patrick Kern's specialty?
- Patrick Kern is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patrick Kern located?
- Patrick Kern's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 6th Ave N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303-2735.
- What is Patrick Kern's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patrick Kern is (320) 240-2836.
- Does Patrick Kern accept Medicare?
- Patrick Kern is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patrick Kern's NPI active?
- Yes — Patrick Kern's NPI (1689879728) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.