Wilfred Edwin Gould, MD
Wilfred Edwin Gould, MD has practiced hospitalist for 45+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
Older · 362dNPPES updated 2025-05-09 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.11%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
7.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
173
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
84
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
197
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
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 (+8%) — 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 (+27%) — 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 (+13%) — 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — 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.
Graduated medical school · 1981
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · May 8, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1981)
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Wilfred Edwin Gould
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Wilfred Edwin Gould for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Elk River 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 Wilfred Edwin Gould
Dr. Gould is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Elk River, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (763) 241-5800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Wilfred Edwin Gould
Practice Location
290 Main St Nw, Elk River, MN 55330-1270
Mailing Address
290 Main St Nw, Elk River, MN 55330-1270
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