Floranne Ernste, M.D.

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Floranne Ernste is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Rochester, MN with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(507) 284-2511Rochester, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Floranne Ernste, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 23+ years, working in group practice. A East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine graduate since 2003, she brings 23+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.

1 of 73 Internal Medicine providers in MNSee all Internal Medicine in Rochester23+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2110dNPPES updated 2020-08-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

207

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

132

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

613

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $248k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.

High Cholesterol
65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
64%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Hypertension
62%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Osteoporosis
33%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

Chronic Kidney Disease
29%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Anxiety Disorders
28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2003

    East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 12, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine (Class of 2003)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Floranne Ernste

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Floranne Ernste for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Rochester 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 Floranne Ernste

Dr. Ernste is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rochester, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (507) 284-2511.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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