Leah Prestbo, M.D.
Leah Prestbo, M.D. has been part of the Sioux Falls medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota graduate since 2007, she brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and osteoporosis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 45% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1478dNPPES updated 2022-04-19 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2100 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.27%
South Dakota avg: 6.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Dakota0.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
South Dakota avg: 80.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,348
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
365
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,863
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.35M
Percentile rankings compared against 117 reporting peers in South Dakota.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Osteoporosis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$461 received from industry
46 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Leah Prestbo's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota
Board certified · Apr 18, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
19 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
1200 S 7th Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-0900
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Leah Prestbo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leah Prestbo for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Sioux Falls 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 Leah Prestbo
Dr. Prestbo is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sioux Falls, SD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (605) 322-1010.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leah Prestbo
Practice Location
2100 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Mailing Address
1200 S 7th Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-0900
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