Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson, MD
Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Edina, MN with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson, MD specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Edina, MN in group practice. Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart. CMS MIPS quality score: 83.53/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
8100 W 78th St Ste 100, Edina, MN 55439-2529
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202383.53/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.14%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota1.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
457
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
422
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,765
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $374k
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2006
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Mar 1, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
20 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
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Edina 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 Gretchen Ruth Rasmusson
NPI records show Dr. Rasmusson as active with telehealth listed in Edina, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 914-8100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
8100 W 78th St Ste 100, Edina, MN 55439-2529
Mailing Address
2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
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