Robert J Olson, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Robert J Olson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Fargo, ND with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across ND can see Robert J Olson, MD in person in Fargo or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in North Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 18% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102-3641
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383/100
North Dakota avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.9%
North Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in North DakotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
198
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
347
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,353
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $271k
Percentile rankings compared against 160 reporting peers in North Dakota.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
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 · 1985
University of North Dakota School of Medicine
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of North Dakota School of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Robert J Olson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert J Olson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Fargo 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 Robert J Olson
NPI records show Dr. Olson as active with telehealth listed in Fargo, ND. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (701) 234-2261.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert J Olson
Practice Location
801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102-3641
Mailing Address
801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102-3641
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