Michael Beste, M.D.
NPI 1700220712 · Family Medicine Physician · Melrose, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Beste, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Melrose, MN (NPI 1700220712).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700220712
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
101 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 46 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 35 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 20 | $109 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $8–$109 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 119 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 759 | 195 |
| Lisinopril | 481 | 119 |
| Gabapentin | 312 | 58 |
| Losartan Potassium | 299 | 83 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 289 | 74 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 285 | 74 |
| Omeprazole | 265 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-21
- Last updated
- 2016-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Beste's NPI number?
- Michael Beste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700220712, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Beste's specialty?
- Michael Beste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Beste located?
- Michael Beste's practice location on file with NPPES is 525 Main St W, Melrose, MN 56352-1043.
- What is Michael Beste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Beste is (620) 256-4228.
- Does Michael Beste accept Medicare?
- Michael Beste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Beste's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Beste's NPI (1700220712) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.