Gunnar Eduard Salumaa, M.D.
Patients across CA can see Gunnar Eduard Salumaa, M.D. in person in Union City or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1605dNPPES updated 2021-12-13 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.57%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
5.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Prescription Recipients
769
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,533
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $219k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Indiana University School of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gunnar Eduard Salumaa
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gunnar Eduard Salumaa for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Union City 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 Gunnar Eduard Salumaa
NPI records show Dr. Salumaa as active with telehealth listed in Union City, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (510) 454-1000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gunnar Eduard Salumaa
Practice Location
3553 Whipple Rd, Union City, CA 94587-1507
Mailing Address
3553 Whipple Rd, Union City, CA 94587-1507
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