Paula M Cotruta, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Paula M Cotruta is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Paula M Cotruta, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 31+ years, working in group practice. She has been in practice for 31+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 18% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
295 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55130-2400
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.41%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
203
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
151
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,089
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $591k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Paula M Cotruta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paula M Cotruta for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Saint Paul 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 Paula M Cotruta
Dr. Cotruta is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 495-6200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paula M Cotruta
Practice Location
295 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55130-2400
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
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