Daniel John Townsend, D.O.

Internal Medicine

Daniel John Townsend is an Internal Medicine specialist based in St. Paul, MN with over 14 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(651) 254-3456St. Paul, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Daniel John Townsend, D.O. has been part of the St. Paul medical community since 2012 in group practice. He graduated from University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med in 2012 and has 14+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 534 Internal Medicine providers in MNSee all Internal Medicine in St. Paul14+ years experienceNPI since 2012

Older · 3581dNPPES updated 2016-08-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

640 Jackson Street, St. Paul, MN 55101-2502

Fax: (651) 254-9673
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+22%)54%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+32%)54%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+14%)48%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
45%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+13%)43%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2012

    University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med

  2. 14 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of North Texas Hsc, College of Osteopathic Med (Class of 2012)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

8170 33rd Ave S Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Daniel John Townsend

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel John Townsend 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daniel John Townsend

Dr. Townsend is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in St. Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 254-3456.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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