Susan A Leonard, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Susan A Leonard is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Edina, MN with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Susan a Leonard, MD practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Edina, MN. Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School (class of 1999), she has been practicing for over 27 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.24/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 94% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
7600 France Ave S Ste 5100, Edina, MN 55435
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 94% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202395.24/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
Top 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in MinnesotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.02%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
4.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
348
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
420
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,366
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.32M
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$39 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Susan a Leonard's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Nov 17, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
7600 France Ave S Ste 5100, Edina, MN 55435-5924
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Susan a Leonard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Susan a Leonard for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Edina 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 Susan a Leonard
NPI records show Dr. Leonard as active with telehealth listed in Edina, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 832-0246.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Susan a Leonard
Practice Location
7600 France Ave S Ste 5100, Edina, MN 55435
Mailing Address
7600 France Ave S Ste 5100, Edina, MN 55435-5924
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