Kathleen T. Pfaff

Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm)

701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Medicare Accepted

30+ Years Experience

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701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Specialty

Certified Nurse Midwife (cnm) Specialists

Coverage

Medicare + 6 Networks

Telehealth

Not Available

About Kathleen T. Pfaff

Background and practice information

Kathleen T. Pfaff is a certified nurse midwife with over 30 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Minneapolis, MN area. She completed her medical training at Other and has been in practice since 1996. She currently practices at Hennepin Healthcare System Inc.

Kathleen T. Pfaff has earned an outstanding quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, scoring 91.4 out of 100 on the MIPS quality assessment — placing her among the top-performing providers in her specialty. Kathleen T. Pfaff is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Minnesota, Medicare, and 3 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.

At a Glance

GenderFemale

Experience30+ years

MedicareAccepted

TelehealthNot available

Education

Medical SchoolOther

Graduated1996

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Practice Locations

1 location

Hennepin Healthcare System Inc

Primary

701 Park Ave

Minneapolis, MN 55415

(612) 873-6963

Affiliations

Hospital and facility affiliations

HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

Hospital · MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Hennepin Healthcare System Inc

Group Practice · MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Insurance Networks

Accepted insurance plans and networks

Kathleen T. Pfaff accepts 28 plans from 6 insurers, including BCBS Minnesota, UnitedHealthcare, UMR.

BCBS Minnesota

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Aware

Aware PPO w/ RxPPO

Blue Performance PPO w/ RxPPO

Blue Plus Metro MN

GVN BlueCard PPO w/o RxPPO

High Value

HMO Comp Basic w/o RxHMO

LF25047 High Value

Metro MN PPO w/ RxPPO

MN Advantage Extended/July 2025

MN Advantage January 2026

Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance and patient safety measures

Exceptional

CMS Quality Score · Out of 100

Dr. Pfaff received an overall quality score of 91.4 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting exceptional performance across clinical quality, patient safety, and care coordination. This score places Dr. Pfaff among the highest-performing certified nurse midwifes in Minneapolis, MN and nationwide. When searching for a top-rated certified nurse midwife, a CMS quality score at this level indicates a strong commitment to evidence-based, high-quality patient care.

78.8

Clinical Quality

78.8/100

Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety

62.8

Cost Efficiency

62.8/100

Evaluates how efficiently healthcare resources are used while maintaining quality

100.0

Health IT Adoption

100.0/100

Measures adoption of electronic health records and patient access to health information

40.0

Care Improvement

40.0/40

Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement

Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System

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About Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm)

Specialty overview and common conditions

A Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) is an advanced practice registered nurse who specializes in women's reproductive health, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. CNMs provide a full range of primary healthcare services to women, including gynecological exams, family planning, prenatal care, labor...

Common conditions treated by certified nurse midwife (cnm) specialists:

Prenatal Care and Pregnancy Management
Labor Support and Vaginal Delivery
Postpartum and Newborn Care
Gynecological and Well-Woman Care

Learn more about certified nurse midwife (cnm) specialists

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kathleen T. Pfaff

Does Pfaff accept Medicare?

Yes, Pfaff accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Pfaff and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.

What insurance does Pfaff accept?

Pfaff is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Minnesota, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), UMR, and 1 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Pfaff's office before scheduling.

Does Pfaff offer telehealth or virtual appointments?

Pfaff does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other certified nurse midwife (cnm) providers in Minneapolis who offer telehealth.

What conditions does Pfaff treat?

As a certified nurse midwife (cnm) specialist, Pfaff commonly treats conditions including prenatal care and pregnancy management, labor support and vaginal delivery, postpartum and newborn care, gynecological and well-woman care, family planning and contraception, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.

What is Pfaff's quality rating?

Pfaff has received an outstanding quality score of 91.4 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.

Where did Pfaff go to medical school?

Pfaff completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 1996, bringing over 30 years of clinical experience.

Where is Pfaff's office located?

Pfaff practices at 701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415 at HENNEPIN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM INC. You can reach the office by calling (612) 873-6963.

How do I make an appointment with Pfaff?

To schedule an appointment with Pfaff, call the office at (612) 873-6963. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.

Data source: CMS National Provider Registry · Last updated: May 2026