Melissa Ann Gulden, FNP-BC
Melissa Ann Gulden is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Minneapolis, MN with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Ann Gulden, FNP-BC practices as part of a group family nurse practitioner practice in Minneapolis, MN. With 12+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Minneapolis area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 66dNPPES updated 2026-03-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
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 = better3.35%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.4%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
95
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
348
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,988
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $391k
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 Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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.
Board certified · Mar 19, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Virtual Nursing Care With Melissa Ann Gulden
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Ann Gulden for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Melissa Ann Gulden
Dr. Gulden is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (763) 447-2506.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Ann Gulden
Practice Location
1650 New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1643
Mailing Address
1650 New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1643
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