Thomas Paul Gustafson, M.D.
Sleep Medicine Family Medicine
Thomas Paul Gustafson, M.D. practices as part of a group sleep medicine family medicine specialist practice in Chisago City, MN. A University of Minnesota Medical School graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, 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
Older · 5170dNPPES updated 2012-03-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.42%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.42% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77.8%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
155
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
88
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
724
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $603k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.50 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Minnesota Medical School
20 years in practice
Experienced
A Family Medicine Physician who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Taxonomy: 207QS1201X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
490 Owasso Hills Dr, Roseville, MN 55113-2153
Differs from practice location
Virtual Sleep Medicine Care With Thomas Paul Gustafson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Paul Gustafson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chisago City 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 Thomas Paul Gustafson
Dr. Gustafson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chisago City, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 257-8499.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thomas Paul Gustafson
Practice Location
11725 Stinson Ave, Chisago City, MN 55013-9542
Mailing Address
490 Owasso Hills Dr, Roseville, MN 55113-2153
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