Bruce Robert Smith, MD
Bruce Robert Smith is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Duluth, MN with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE
Patients across MN can see Bruce Robert Smith, MD in person in Duluth or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 22+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1858dNPPES updated 2021-04-21 · 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.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.91%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota0.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
139
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,301
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $142k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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.
Board certified · Mar 28, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
Ssb-6 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805-1951
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Bruce Robert Smith
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bruce Robert Smith for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Duluth 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 Bruce Robert Smith
Dr. Smith is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Duluth, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (218) 786-8364.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Bruce Robert Smith
Practice Location
420 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805-1901
Mailing Address
Ssb-6 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805-1951
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