Christopher Mark Schoonover, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Christopher Mark Schoonover is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in St. Paul, MN with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher Mark Schoonover, M.D. has been part of the St. Paul medical community since 2007 in group practice. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1998 and has 28+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.53/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1960dNPPES updated 2021-03-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
255 Smith Avenue No #100 United Medical Specialties, St. Paul, MN 55102
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202383.53/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better52.6%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-30.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
609
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
483
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,205
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.66M
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+18%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$50 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
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 2024, attributed to Christopher Mark Schoonover's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Mar 10, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Christopher Mark Schoonover
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Mark Schoonover for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to St. 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 Mark Schoonover
NPI records show Dr. Schoonover as active with telehealth listed in St. Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 241-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher Mark Schoonover
Practice Location
255 Smith Avenue No #100 United Medical Specialties, St. Paul, MN 55102
Mailing Address
2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
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