Denise A Hunninghake, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Denise A Hunninghake is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GASTROENTEROLOGY
Denise a Hunninghake, MD has been part of the Saint Paul medical community since 2006 in group practice. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 1989 and has 37+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6635dNPPES updated 2008-03-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2550 University Ave W Suite 423 South, Saint Paul, MN 55114-1052
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.9%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
223
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
150
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
490
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $37k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
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 (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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 · 1989
University of Kansas School of Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 14909, Minneapolis, MN 55414-0909
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Denise a Hunninghake
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Denise a Hunninghake for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis 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 Denise a Hunninghake
NPI records show Dr. Hunninghake as active with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 870-5557.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Denise a Hunninghake
Practice Location
2550 University Ave W Suite 423 South, Saint Paul, MN 55114-1052
Mailing Address
Po Box 14909, Minneapolis, MN 55414-0909
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