Melissa Clare Peitz, PA-C
Melissa Clare Peitz is a Physician Assistant based in Minneapolis, MN with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Clare Peitz, PA-C practices as part of a group physician assistant practice in Minneapolis, MN. With 11+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Minneapolis area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 90.75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
910 E 26th St Ste 100, Minneapolis, MN 55404-4552
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 82% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202390.75/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Better than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in MinnesotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.94%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
12.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
197
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
734
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $517k
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, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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.
11 years in practice
Established
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
2550 University Ave W Ste 110n, Saint Paul, MN 55114-2001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Melissa Clare Peitz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Clare Peitz for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — 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 Clare Peitz
NPI records show Dr. Peitz as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 884-6300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Clare Peitz
Practice Location
910 E 26th St Ste 100, Minneapolis, MN 55404-4552
Mailing Address
2550 University Ave W Ste 110n, Saint Paul, MN 55114-2001
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