Annemarie Ellgaard
With over 32 years in family medicine, Annemarie Ellgaard is a long-established family medicine physician in Hopkins. A Tulane University School of Medicine graduate since 1994, she brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 70% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5064dNPPES updated 2012-06-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.38%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota0.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.7%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.9 pts)
Better than 70% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
182
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
627
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,617
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $575k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Tulane University School of Medicine
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
6465 Wayzata Blvd Suite 315, St Louis Park, MN 55426-1728
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Annemarie Ellgaard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Annemarie Ellgaard for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hopkins required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Annemarie Ellgaard
NPI records show Dr. Ellgaard as active with telehealth listed in Hopkins, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 993-2175.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Annemarie Ellgaard
Practice Location
47 9th Ave S, Hopkins, MN 55343-7618
Mailing Address
6465 Wayzata Blvd Suite 315, St Louis Park, MN 55426-1728
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