Mark Westholder
Mark Westholder has been part of the Shakopee medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5172dNPPES updated 2012-03-08 · verify on CMS
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 = better1.24%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota1.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.4%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
182
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
518
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,023
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $622k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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 · 1997
University of Minnesota Medical School
29 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
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
3800 Park Nicollet Blvd Credentialing, Minneapolis, MN 55416-2527
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Mark Westholder
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mark Westholder for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shakopee 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 Mark Westholder
Dr. Westholder is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Shakopee, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 993-7800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mark Westholder
Practice Location
1415 Saint Francis Ave, Shakopee, MN 55379-3374
Mailing Address
3800 Park Nicollet Blvd Credentialing, Minneapolis, MN 55416-2527
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