Christine Ding, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Christine Ding is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(651) 254-3448Saint Paul, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Christine Ding, M.D. practices as part of a group hematology & oncology specialist practice in Saint Paul, MN. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 2014, she brings 12+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 120 Internal Medicine providers in MNSee all Internal Medicine in Saint Paul12+ years experienceNPI since 2014

Older · 1895dNPPES updated 2021-03-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

640 Jackson St, Saint Paul, MN 55101-2502

Fax: (651) 254-3470
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

8.19%

Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)

8.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

88.7%

Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

106

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

152

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

586

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $512k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Cancer.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+29%)50%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
35%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-15%)34%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here

Depression
32%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%
GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$432 received from industry

6 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Christine Ding's NPI.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.41 / 1.00

Below-average vulnerability

She 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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2014

    University of Illinois College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jul 26, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 12 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in Saint PaulAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2014)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Christine Ding

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Christine Ding for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Saint Paul 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 Christine Ding

NPI records show Dr. Ding as active with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 254-3448.

Verified across 7 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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