Daniel Lee Mueller, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Daniel Lee Mueller is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MN can see Daniel Lee Mueller, MD in person in Minneapolis or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.72/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
516 Delaware Street Se, Clinic 6a University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.72/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.81%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.81% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
86
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
130
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
885
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $839k
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 · 1983
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
420 Delaware St Se, Mmc 108 University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Daniel Lee Mueller
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel Lee Mueller for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Daniel Lee Mueller
NPI records show Dr. Mueller as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 625-8690.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Daniel Lee Mueller
Practice Location
516 Delaware Street Se, Clinic 6a University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Mailing Address
420 Delaware St Se, Mmc 108 University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
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