Michelle Thorsness, CNP

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Michelle Thorsness is a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner based in Foley, MN with over 10 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Michelle Thorsness, CNP has practiced nursing for 10+ years, working in group practice. A University of Minnesota Medical School graduate since 2016, she brings 10+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 22 Nurse Practitioner providers in MNSee all Nurse Practitioner in Foley10+ years experienceNPI since 2016

Older · 1174dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

471 Highway 23, Foley, MN 56329-9145

Fax: (320) 968-7237
Patient Condition Panel

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 Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-20%)50%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
33%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-17%)32%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2016

    University of Minnesota Medical School

  2. 10 years in practice

    Established

Nurse PractitionerPrimary Care in FoleyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

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Taxonomy: 363LP2300X

Education & Training

University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2016)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 218, Foley, MN 56329-0218

Differs from practice location

Virtual Primary Care Care With Michelle Thorsness

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Michelle Thorsness for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Foley required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michelle Thorsness

NPI records show Dr. Thorsness as active with telehealth listed in Foley, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (320) 968-7234.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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