Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Floranne Ernste, M.D.

Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Rochester, MN

  • NPI 1033180641
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 23 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
(507) 284-2511

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
August 13, 2020
Year of graduation
2003 — 23 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RR0500X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Minnesota #46903

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033180641. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
231
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$32,325
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 81 64 $127
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 36 36 $164
99215 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 33 31 $177
99205 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 32 32 $216
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 31 27 $90
99451 Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes 18 18 $35

In context: peer comparison

Among 13 peers in Rochester Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
529
Patients
142
Total drug cost
$129,097
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Prednisone Generic 166 59 $2,106
Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) Brand 109 34 $7,597
Mycophenolate Mofetil Generic 80 24 $14,912
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Generic 60 25 $5,495
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) Brand 19 0 $291
Azathioprine Generic 13 0 $1,005
Alendronate Sodium Generic 12 0 $151
Amlodipine Besylate Generic 12 0 $144
Gabapentin Generic 12 0 $81
Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) Brand 12 0 $96,900

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Floranne Ernste's medical specialty?
Dr. Floranne Ernste practices Rheumatology Physician in Rochester, MN.
Where does Dr. Floranne Ernste practice?
Dr. Floranne Ernste practices at 200 1St St Sw, Rochester, MN 559050001. Office phone: 5072842511.
What is Dr. Floranne Ernste's NPI?
Dr. Floranne Ernste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033180641, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Floranne Ernste accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Floranne Ernste accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Floranne Ernste commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.