Veronica Lynn Carson, GNP-BG
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Veronica Lynn Carson is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner based in Hermantown, MN with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Veronica Lynn Carson, GNP-BG has been part of the Hermantown medical community since 2010 in group practice. She has been in practice for 12+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 97% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1408dNPPES updated 2022-07-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4195 Westberg Rd Apt 436, Hermantown, MN 55811-3888
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 97% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 3% of MIPS-scored doctors in MinnesotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.53%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.5%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
248
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
268
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,156
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $590k
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — 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.
Board certified · Jul 14, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LG0600X
Mailing address
2965 E Tarpon Dr Ste 150, Meridian, ID 83642-9007
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Veronica Lynn Carson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Veronica Lynn Carson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hermantown 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 Veronica Lynn Carson
Dr. Carson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hermantown, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (701) 516-4637.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Veronica Lynn Carson
Practice Location
4195 Westberg Rd Apt 436, Hermantown, MN 55811-3888
Mailing Address
2965 E Tarpon Dr Ste 150, Meridian, ID 83642-9007
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