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St. Luke´s Hospital

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St. Luke´s Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota was founded in 1881 as the city´s first hospital. It currently has 267 licensed beds and 18 bassinets. The hospital has received national recognition for excellence in patient safety, stroke care, and gastrointestinal procedures. St. Luke´s is known for its cardiology, orthopedics, Cancer Care, and neurology services. As part of Aspirus Health since 2024, it serves as a major regional medical center for northeastern Minnesota.

NPI Number : 1801835970

915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805

(218) 249-5555

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Departments

Cardiology

Neurology

Orthopedics

General Surgery

Pulmonary Medicine

Ear, Nose & Throat

Ophthalmology

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Pediatrics

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Diagnostic Imaging

Physical Therapy

Speech Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Genetic Counseling

Appointment Information

Department	Online	Phone	Walk-In	Same-Day
Primary Care		218.249.4000
Radiology		218.249.5593
Specialty Care		218.249.4000
Urgent Care		218.249.5555

Visiting Hours

Department	Online Visits	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In Visits	Same-Day Visits
Cardiology	Available	218-249-7000	Not available	Available
Emergency	Not available	Not applicable	Available 24/7	Available
Family Medicine	Available	218-249-4000	Available	Available
Mental Health	Available	218-249-7000	Not available	Available
Pediatrics	Available	218-249-4000	Not available	Available
Pulmonary	Available	218-249-7000	Not available	Available
Radiology	Not available	218-249-7000	Not available	Available
Surgery	Not available	218-249-7000	Not available	Not available

Important Doctors

St. Luke´s Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
Nicholas Van Deelen, MD	Aspirus Senior Vice President - President, Minnesota Region	Executive Leadership	Hospital Operations, Strategic Development
Katherine Becker	Vice President, Corporate Compliance	Compliance	Regulatory Compliance, Ethics
Mike Boeselager	Vice President, Support Services	Support Services	Facilities Management, Ancillary Services
Marla Halvorson	Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer	Human Resources	Workforce Management, Employee Relations
Theresa Hannu	Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer	Nursing	Patient Care Quality, Nursing Operations
Greg Ruberg	President, Aspirus Lake View & Vice President, Aspirus St. Luke´s	Executive Leadership	Multi-facility Management, Strategic Planning
Kim Terhaar	Vice President, Ambulatory Care	Ambulatory Services	Outpatient Care, Clinic Operations

Average Salary

Department	Service	Average Cost
Cardiology	Basic Office Visit	$200 - $400
Cardiology	Echocardiogram	$1,000 - $2,000
Cardiology	Angioplasty	$20,000 - $40,000
Neurology	New Patient Consultation	$300 - $500
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan	$1,500 - $3,000
Oncology	Initial Consultation	$250 - $450
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$5,000 - $10,000
Orthopedics	Joint Replacement Surgery	$30,000 - $50,000
Orthopedics	Physical Therapy Session	$100 - $200
Outpatient	X-Ray	$200 - $400
Outpatient	Blood Tests	$100 - $300
Emergency	ER Visit	$1,000 - $3,000

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Financial Assistance Program	100% discount if income < 100% FPG, 90% discount 101-150% FPG, 75% discount 151-200% FPG
Home Care Services	Skilled nursing, therapy, medication management, Wound Care
Hospice Care	End-of-life care at home or inpatient unit
Palliative Care	Pain and symptom management for serious illnesses
Social Services	Assistance with applications, paperwork, referrals to community resources
ClearBalance Program	Zero-interest payment plans
Elevate Patient Financial Solutions	Help finding assistance programs for uninsured patients

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details
In-House Payment Plan	- Minimum $40 monthly payment - Up to 6 months term - Interest-free
Extended Payment Plan	- Minimum $40 monthly payment - Up to 24 months term - Interest-free - Offered through ClearBalance
Low-Interest Bank Note	- Up to 72 months term - 8% interest rate - Minimum $2,000 balance - Offered through Park State Bank
CareCredit	- 6, 12 or 18 month promotional periods - 0% interest if paid in full within promotional period - Minimum $200 balance

Accepted Insurance Companies

Aetna

Anthem

First Health

Healthpartners

Medica

Medicaid

Medicare

Tricare

Triwest

United Healthcare

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Counseling Services
Financial Counselor Office	- Assistance completing financial assistance applications - Help understanding hospital bills - Guidance on payment options - Information on financial assistance programs - Located at 915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805 - Phone: 218-249-5340 or 866-303-5340
Patient Financial Services	- Estimates of out-of-pocket costs before treatment - Explanation of insurance coverage - Information on government assistance programs - Help applying for Medicaid and other programs - Phone: 218-249-5260
Billing Office	- Answers questions about hospital bills - Offers payment plans - Provides information on financial assistance - Phone: 218-249-5260
Online Price Estimator Tool	- Searchable database of hospital charges - Estimates out-of-pocket costs for insured and uninsured patients - Requires procedure/CPT code to use

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation Type	Details
Physical Accessibility	- Wheelchairs available in main lobby and Emergency Department - Facility escorts available upon request - Accessible parking
Visual Impairments	- Large-type printed materials available - Facility escorts available
Hearing Impairments	- TTY phones in Emergency Department, ICU, and Day Surgery - Closed captioning on all TVs - Sign language interpreters available upon request - Assistive listening devices available
Communication Aids	- Interpreters for spoken languages and ASL available 24/7 - Video remote interpretation - Over-the-phone interpretation
Service Animals	Allowed in all public areas including exam rooms
Staff Training	Training on providing care for patients with disabilities

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote monitoring of implantable cardiac devices - Virtual follow-up appointments - Online heart health education resources
Emergency	- Virtual urgent care for non-emergency issues - Online ER wait time tracker
General Medicine	- Telehealth video visits for primary care - E-visits for minor health concerns - Remote patient monitoring for chronic conditions
Mental Health	- Virtual therapy sessions - Online mental health screenings - Digital cognitive behavioral therapy tools
Orthopedics	- Virtual physical therapy sessions - Remote monitoring of post-surgery recovery
Patient Services	- myCare patient portal - Online bill pay - Digital prescription refills - Secure messaging with providers
Radiology	- Online scheduling for imaging appointments - Digital access to imaging results
Specialty Care	- Virtual consultations with specialists - Remote second opinion services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Program Details
Emergency Medicine	Clerkship rotation available
Family Medicine	Clerkship rotation, PGY1 residency program
Pharmacy	PGY1 residency program
Internal Medicine	Clerkship rotation available
Obstetrics	Labor & delivery classes for medical students
General	Continuing medical education courses offered

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Neurosciences	- Clinical trials on new treatments for stroke and brain injuries - Development of advanced brain imaging techniques
Cardiology	- Trials on novel cardiac devices and interventions - Studies on heart failure management and prevention
Pulmonary Medicine	- Research on COPD and asthma treatments - Clinical trials for lung cancer therapies
Oncology	- Trials for various cancer types including breast, lung, and blood cancers - Development of targeted and immunotherapy treatments
Infectious Diseases	- Studies on antibiotic resistance - Vaccine trials for infectious diseases
Orthopedics	- Research on joint replacement technologies - Clinical trials for osteoarthritis treatments

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliation	Professional Development Program
Cardiology	American College of Cardiology	Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Emergency Medicine	American College of Emergency Physicians	Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Internal Medicine	American College of Physicians	Continuing Medical Education Courses
Neurology	American Academy of Neurology	Stroke Care Certification Programs
Nursing	American Nurses Association	Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Pediatrics	American Academy of Pediatrics	Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Trauma	American College of Surgeons	Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Cardiology	Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care	Blue Cross Blue Shield
Birthing Center	Baby-Friendly Designation	Baby-Friendly USA
Birthing Center	National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification (Silver)	Cribs for Kids
Laboratory	Accreditation	College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Blood Bank	Accreditation	American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)
Hospital	DNV-GL Accreditation	DNV GL
Trauma Center	Level II Regional Trauma Center	American College of Surgeons

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity Type
Critical Care	Internship, Observation
Emergency Department	Internship, Observation
Internal Medicine	Clerkship, Observation
Labor & Delivery	Internship
Medical-Surgical	Internship, Observation
Mental Health	Internship, Observation
Nursing	Internship, Observation
Operating Room	Internship
Pharmacy	Residency
Radiology	Internship

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Cardiology	Mission: Lifeline NSTEMI Gold Quality Achievement Award (2023)
General	Guardian of Excellence Award (2022)
General	Patient Safety Excellence Award (2024)
Gastroenterology	Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2025)
Gastroenterology	Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award (2025)
Maternity	U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for Maternity Care (2025)
Neurology	Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Award (2023)
Patient Experience	Outstanding Patient Experience Award (2023)
Pulmonology	Pulmonary Care Excellence Award (2024, 2023)

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency
Transitional Year	Residency

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency
Transitional Year	Residency

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department	Service/Support
Financial Counseling	Financial Assistance Program
Financial Counseling	Payment Plans
Emergency Department	Emergency Care Guarantee
Financial Counseling	Uninsured Discount
Financial Counseling	Assistance Applying for Government Programs
Financial Counseling	Presumptive Financial Assistance Eligibility
Financial Counseling	Zero-Interest Patient Financing
Patient Advocacy	Guidance on Alternative Health Insurance Options

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner
Clinical Research	University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus
Cardiology	Whiteside Institute for Clinical Research
Family Medicine	University of Minnesota Duluth Family Medicine Residency Program
Internal Medicine	University of Minnesota Medical School
Oncology	Whiteside Institute for Clinical Research
Pharmacy	University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Adult Hospital Medicine	Mentorship for new physicians
Critical Care Medicine	Structured mentoring for ICU fellows
Emergency Medicine	Resident-student mentorship program
Nursing	Nurse Residency mentoring program
Pediatric Hospital Medicine	Mentoring for new pediatric hospitalists
Surgery	Surgical resident mentorship program

St. Luke´s Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

0.5 km

4.5

Fitger´s Inn

Historic brewery complex, lake views, on-site dining

0.6 km

4.2

Sheraton Duluth Hotel

Downtown location, indoor pool, fitness center

0.8 km

4.1

The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza

All-suite hotel, kitchenettes, free breakfast

0.9 km

4.5

Canal Park Lodge

Lakefront location, indoor pool, free breakfast

1.0 km

4.4

Hampton Inn Duluth Canal Park

Canal Park location, free breakfast, indoor pool

1.0 km

4.4

The Inn on Lake Superior

Lakefront location, rooftop pool, free breakfast

Florists and Gift Shops

0.6 mi

4.7

Dunbar Floral & Gifts

Flower delivery, custom arrangements

0.8 mi

4.5

Engwall Florist & Greenhouse

Flower delivery, plants, gifts

0.1 mi

4.2

Aspirus St. Luke´s Marketplace

Gifts, snacks, flowers

0.9 mi

4.8

Lake Superior Art Glass

Handmade glass art, gifts

0.7 mi

4.3

I LOVE DULUTH

Souvenirs, gifts

0.8 mi

4.6

Hepzibah´s Sweet Shoppe

Candy, gifts

Food and Restaurant

0.1 km

4.2

Blue Waves Café

Cafeteria, American

0.2 km

Perk Place Nook

Coffee shop, Sandwiches

0.8 km

4.3

Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar

American, Bar

0.9 km

4.4

Burrito Union

Mexican, Burritos

0.9 km

Taco John´s

Fast food, Mexican

1.0 km

3.8

Subway

Sandwiches, Fast food

Pharmacies

0.2 km

4.5

Essentia Health-Duluth 1st Street Pharmacy

Prescription filling, Over-the-counter medications, Specialty pharmacy services, Flu shots

0.3 km

4.3

Essentia Health-Duluth 3rd Street Pharmacy

Prescription filling, Over-the-counter medications, Drive-thru service, Medicare Part B Billing

0.4 km

4.4

Essentia Health-Duluth 2nd Street Pharmacy

Prescription filling, Over-the-counter medications, Specialty pharmacy services, Meds to Beds service

0.5 km

4.2

Aspirus St. Luke´s Pharmacy - Duluth

Prescription filling, Over-the-counter medications, Immunizations, Medication therapy management

0.8 km

3.9

Walgreens Pharmacy

24-hour service, Drive-thru pharmacy, Photo services, Health screenings

0.9 km

3.8

CVS Pharmacy

Prescription filling, MinuteClinic, Photo services, Beauty products

Taxi and Transportation

0.2 km

4.2

Allied Taxi of Duluth

Taxi service, 24/7 availability, Airport transfers

0.5 km

3.8

Yellow Cab of Duluth

Taxi service, Local transportation, Airport shuttles

0.7 km

3.9

Duluth Transit Authority

Public bus service, Accessible transportation

On-demand

4.3

Uber

Ridesharing, Multiple vehicle options

On-demand

4.1

Lyft

Ridesharing, Shared rides

0.9 km

Duluth Airport Shuttle

Airport transfers, Group transportation

ATMs and Banks

0.1 km

3.8

Wells Fargo Bank

ATM, Full-service banking

0.2 km

U.S. Bank ATM

ATM services

0.3 km

3.9

Associated Bank

Full-service banking, ATM

0.5 km

4.2

North Shore Bank of Commerce

Full-service banking, ATM

0.7 km

4.1

National Bank of Commerce

Full-service banking, ATM

0.9 km

3.7

Bremer Bank

Full-service banking, ATM

Parking Lots

0.1 km

4.2

Medical District East Ramp

330 spaces, 24/7 access, covered parking

0.2 km

Building A Ramp

Patient parking, covered parking

0.3 km

3.8

9th Avenue Suites Lot

Surface lot, patient and visitor parking

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.1

Miller Hill Mall

JCPenney, Dick´s Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble

0.8 km

4.3

Kenwood Shopping Center

Whole Foods Co-op, CVS Pharmacy, Great Clips

0.5 km

4.5

Fitger´s Mall

Restaurants, boutique shops, brewery

Stationery and Copying Services

0.3 km

4.7

Service Printers

Digital printing, offset printing, banners, mailing services

0.7 km

4.8

Arrowhead Printing

Union printing, business cards, labels, banners

0.9 km

4.9

JS Print Group

Custom labels, book printing, direct mailing

Car Rental

0.8 km

3.8

Avis

Economy to luxury cars, SUVs, vans

0.9 km

4.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Wide selection of vehicles, pickup/drop-off service

1.0 km

3.7

Budget Car Rental

Economy to full-size cars, SUVs, trucks

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The majority of users praise St. Luke´s Hospital for its excellent medical staff and clean, welcoming environment. Reviewers frequently mention the attentive and dedicated staff, including the MD, who are professional and accommodating to patients´ needs. The hospital offers a variety of specialized services, catering to both general health and specific conditions, making it a suitable choice for families with diverse healthcare requirements.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

A notable concern among reviewers is the hospital´s handling of emergencies and patient waiting times. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with the perceived arrogance and insensitivity of certain doctors, stating that the care provided during critical situations was subpar. Additionally, the hospital´s practice of having only one doctor attending to multiple patients has led to frustration for some.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Diagnostic Imaging

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Department Phones

Department	Phone
General Hospital	218-249-5555
Cardiac Diagnostic Testing	218-249-7607
Dermatology	218-249-7930
Diagnostic Imaging	218-249-5593
Emergency	911
Genetic Counseling	218-249-3760
Inpatient Rehab	218-249-5564
Laboratory Services	218-249-5593
Neurosurgery	218-249-2450
Physical Medicine & Rehab	218-249-6980
Radiation Oncology	218-249-7880
Sleep Disorders Center	218-249-7970
Surgery Center	218-279-6200

Language and Translation Services

English
Spanish
French
Hindi
Russian
Arabic
Somali

St. Luke´s Hospital

NPI Number : 1801835970

915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805

(218) 249-5555

Departments

Cardiology

Neurology

Orthopedics

General Surgery

Pulmonary Medicine

Ear, Nose & Throat

Ophthalmology

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Pediatrics

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Diagnostic Imaging

Physical Therapy

Speech Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Genetic Counseling

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Dr. David S. Arvold

Dr. Joshua Larson

Dr. Homam Alkaied

Dr. Todd Amunrud

Dr. Emily Abernethy

Dr. Charlie Ahrens

Dr. Trevor Diercks

Dr. Libby Feist

St. Luke´s Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

St. Luke´s Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

Fitger´s Inn

Sheraton Duluth Hotel

The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza

Canal Park Lodge

Hampton Inn Duluth Canal Park

The Inn on Lake Superior

Florists and Gift Shops

Dunbar Floral & Gifts

Engwall Florist & Greenhouse

Aspirus St. Luke´s Marketplace

Lake Superior Art Glass

I LOVE DULUTH

Hepzibah´s Sweet Shoppe

Food and Restaurant

Blue Waves Café

Perk Place Nook

Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar

Burrito Union

Taco John´s

Subway

Pharmacies

Essentia Health-Duluth 1st Street Pharmacy

Essentia Health-Duluth 3rd Street Pharmacy

Essentia Health-Duluth 2nd Street Pharmacy

Aspirus St. Luke´s Pharmacy - Duluth

Walgreens Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy