Christopher A Darnell, MD
Addiction Medicine Preventive Medicine
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE
Christopher a Darnell, MD practices as part of a group addiction medicine preventive medicine specialist practice in Saint Paul, MN. A Indiana University School of Medicine graduate since 1998, he brings 28+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have substance use, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1889dNPPES updated 2021-03-04 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.3%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
86
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
93
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
507
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $87k
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 Substance Use Disorders, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
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 · 1998
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 3, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
28 years in practice
Experienced
A physician engaged in the subspecialty practice of Addiction Medicine who specializes in the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of persons with the disease of addiction.
Taxonomy: 2083A0300X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Christopher a Darnell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher a Darnell for substance use counseling, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — 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 Christopher a Darnell
Dr. Darnell is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 495-6603.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher a Darnell
Practice Location
295 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55130-2400
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
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