Chad M Thurman, MD
Chad M Thurman is a Family Medicine specialist based in Onalaska, WI with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in family medicine, Chad M Thurman, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Onalaska. He graduated from Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4021dNPPES updated 2015-05-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.49%
Wisconsin avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.1%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
133
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
1,054
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,892
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $659k
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 2000
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota
26 years in practice
Experienced
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
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Chad M Thurman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Chad M Thurman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Onalaska 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 Chad M Thurman
NPI records show Dr. Thurman as active with telehealth listed in Onalaska, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 782-7300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Chad M Thurman
Practice Location
3111 Gundersen Drive, Onalaska, WI 54650-8512
Mailing Address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
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