John J Degelau, MD
John J Degelau is a Hospitalist based in Duluth, MN with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
John J Degelau, MD has practiced hospitalist for 43+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1983 and has 43+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 381dNPPES updated 2025-05-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.06%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
12.06% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.2 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
75
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
49
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
199
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $13k
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 Arthritis.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — 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 (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1983
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · May 6, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
1702 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103-4940
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With John J Degelau
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John J Degelau for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Duluth 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 John J Degelau
Dr. Degelau is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Duluth, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (218) 786-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John J Degelau
Practice Location
407 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805-1950
Mailing Address
1702 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103-4940
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