James Tonsgard
James Tonsgard is a Pediatrics specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 51 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEUROLOGY
Patients across IL can see James Tonsgard in person in Chicago or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Yale University School of Medicine (class of 1975), he has been practicing for over 51 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, anxiety, and mood disorders. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.72/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 87% of doctors in Illinois on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202397.72/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.1 pts)
Better than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.45%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
40
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
52
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
876
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.03M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-30%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James Tonsgard's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1975
Yale School of Medicine
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
Taxonomy: 208000000X
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine (Class of 1975)
Mailing address
150 Harvester Dr Suite 300, Burr Ridge, IL 60527-5919
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pediatrics Care With James Tonsgard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Tonsgard for blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Chicago 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 James Tonsgard
Dr. Tonsgard is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 824-0200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Tonsgard
Practice Location
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1443
Mailing Address
150 Harvester Dr Suite 300, Burr Ridge, IL 60527-5919
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