Joan Gekonde, MD
NPI 1790345460 · Rheumatology Physician · Blaine, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joan Gekonde, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Blaine, MN (NPI 1790345460).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790345460
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 49 | 15 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 41 | 16 |
| Prednisone | 36 | 18 |
| Allopurinol | 22 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 16 | — |
| Colchicine | 16 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 15 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$196 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2100 W Central AveToledo, OH 43606-3800Phone: (567) 420-1613Fax: (419) 383-6180
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-06-15
- Last updated
- 2024-06-14
- Certified
- 2024-06-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joan Gekonde's NPI number?
- Joan Gekonde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790345460, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joan Gekonde's specialty?
- Joan Gekonde is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joan Gekonde located?
- Joan Gekonde's practice location on file with NPPES is 4181 108th Ave Ne, Blaine, MN 55449-7439.
- What is Joan Gekonde's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joan Gekonde is (763) 581-0555.
- Does Joan Gekonde accept Medicare?
- Joan Gekonde is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joan Gekonde's NPI active?
- Yes — Joan Gekonde's NPI (1790345460) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.