Rhea Schumacher Ford, M.D.
Rhea Schumacher Ford, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Apple Valley, MN. A Medical College of Wisconsin graduate since 2007, she brings 19+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 46% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 574dNPPES updated 2024-10-09 · 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 = better1.62%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.1%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
390
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,825
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $498k
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 (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 2007
Medical College of Wisconsin
Board certified · Oct 3, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
19 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
Medical College of Wisconsin (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Rhea Schumacher Ford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rhea Schumacher Ford for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Apple Valley 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 Rhea Schumacher Ford
Dr. Ford is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Apple Valley, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 431-8500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rhea Schumacher Ford
Practice Location
15350 English Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
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